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Lynx Rout Aces With WNBA-Record 53-Point Road Win

Kayla McBride’s flawless shooting fueled a franchise-best 17 triples on the road, ending in concern as Napheesa Collier rolled her ankle.

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Jul 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride (21) dribbles against the New York Liberty forward Leonie Fiebich (13) in the second quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Minnesota Lynx delivered a 111–58 victory over the Las Vegas Aces on August 2, marking the biggest road win margin in WNBA history at 53 points.
  • Kayla McBride went 8 for 8 from three-point range in the first half and finished with 24 points as the Lynx set a franchise record with 17 made triples.
  • Jessica Shepard supported the effort with 18 points and 14 rebounds, while Natisha Hiedeman contributed 17 points off the bench to uphold Minnesota’s dominant offense.
  • Minnesota’s defense limited reigning MVP A’ja Wilson to 10 points and held Las Vegas to a season-low 58 points from the field.
  • Napheesa Collier scored 18 points before exiting late in the third quarter with a rolled ankle, raising questions about her availability for upcoming games.