Minnesota Lynx Lose GM Clare Duwelius and Coach Katie Smith

Duwelius joins new 3-on-3 league Unrivaled, while Smith returns to Ohio State as an assistant coach.

Clare Duwelius departs after 11 years with the Lynx to become GM and executive VP of Unrivaled, a new 3-on-3 women's league.
Unrivaled, co-founded by Lynx star Napheesa Collier, will start its inaugural season in January 2025 in Miami.
Katie Smith, a former Lynx player and coach, is returning to Ohio State as an assistant coach, where she once led the team to the national championship game.
Smith's illustrious career includes two WNBA titles, three Olympic gold medals, and induction into multiple halls of fame.
The Lynx organization is evaluating its front office structure following these departures, with no immediate replacements announced.