Overview

• The Minnesota Lynx improved to 2-0 with an 89-75 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks in the Sparks' home opener at Crypto.com Arena.
• Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 23 points, including 12 in the first quarter, showcasing her early-season dominance.
• The Sparks, playing with only seven available players, relied heavily on Dearica Hamby (20 points, 10 rebounds) and Azurá Stevens (21 points).
• Sparks guard/forward Rae Burrell missed the game due to a right leg injury and is expected to be sidelined for six to eight weeks.
• Minnesota's depth and defensive identity under veteran coach Cheryl Reeve outmatched the Sparks, who are still adapting to first-year coach Lynne Roberts' system.