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Napheesa Collier’s 32 Points Propel Lynx Past Sparks in 101-78 Rout

Her MVP-caliber effort also propelled her to the top of WNBA MVP odds.

Anastasiia Olairi Kosu #7 of the Minnesota Lynx celebrates the team's win over the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on June 8, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx shoots the ball against the Dallas Wings during the first half at College Park Center on June 8, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
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Overview

  • The Lynx opened with a 34-15 first-quarter lead and led 58-26 at halftime behind a suffocating defense and efficient offense.
  • Napheesa Collier finished with 32 points on 13-for-16 shooting, including 26 in the first half, plus eight rebounds and six assists in 18 minutes.
  • Kelsey Plum scored 20 and Rickea Jackson added 18 for the Sparks, but Los Angeles could not overcome Minnesota’s early surge.
  • The Sparks were without guards Julie Allemand and Odyssey Sims and continued to miss Cameron Brink and Rae Burrell due to injury.
  • Minnesota improved to 10-1, bouncing back from its first loss of the season and extending Collier’s lead in MVP betting odds.