Sun Edge Lynx in Game 1 of WNBA Semifinals

Connecticut Sun secure a 73-70 victory over Minnesota Lynx with clutch performances from Alyssa Thomas and Marina Mabrey.

Alyssa Thomas narrowly missed a triple-double, contributing 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Marina Mabrey led the Sun with 20 points, including six 3-pointers, after joining the team midseason.
The Lynx's Napheesa Collier, fresh off a record-breaking first playoff round, was held to 19 points.
Both teams struggled offensively in a defensive battle, with the Sun outscoring the Lynx 16-8 in the fourth quarter.
Game 2 of the best-of-five series will take place on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.