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Lynx Seek 20th Win in Final Game Before All-Star Break Against Mercury

A season-ending foot injury to Karlie Samuelson leaves Minnesota reshuffling its lineup against a Mercury squad short on guards.

Natisha Hiedeman #2 of the Minnesota Lynx attempts a layup against Natasha Mack #4 of the Phoenix Mercury during the first half at PHX Arena on July 09, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Overview

  • The Lynx host the Mercury at Target Center on July 16 in the last league matchup before the All-Star break as Minnesota aims to solidify its Western Conference lead with a 20th victory.
  • Minnesota leads the conference with 23.7 assists per game, paced by Courtney Williams, while Phoenix tops the WNBA with 10.1 made three-pointers each contest.
  • Minnesota holds a 2-1 advantage in the season series after Phoenix’s 79-71 win on July 9, making Wednesday’s game the decider for head-to-head bragging rights.
  • Karlie Samuelson’s Lisfranc fracture has sidelined her for the remainder of the season, forcing the Lynx to adjust their backcourt rotations.
  • Phoenix enters without guard Kahleah Cooper and will make a game-time call on rookie Lexi Held after her recent partial lung collapse.