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Lynx Set WNBA Road Blowout Record With 111-58 Win Over Aces

Fueled by McBride’s record-setting shooting, the rout leaves Collier’s right ankle injury awaiting further imaging.

Aug 2, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) dribbles against the Las Vegas Aces during the first quarter at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
Aug 2, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) drives against Las Vegas Aces center Megan Gustafson (17) during the first quarter of their game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

8/2/25
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Overview

  • The Lynx improved to 24–5 on the season, extending their lead atop the WNBA standings.
  • Minnesota’s 53-point triumph over Las Vegas set a new WNBA record for largest road margin, eclipsing a mark dating to 1998.
  • Kayla McBride tied the league’s single-half record with eight consecutive three-pointers as the franchise connected on a season-high 17 of 27 attempts.
  • Napheesa Collier left late in the third quarter after rolling her right ankle stepping on teammate Alanna Smith’s foot during a fastbreak.
  • Head coach Cheryl Reeve confirmed Collier has entered standard postgame imaging and evaluations before any further return-to-play decisions.