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Cheryl Reeve became the WNBA's all-time winningest coach with her 380th victory as the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun, surpassing former Sun/Washington coach Mike Thibault. A four-time Coach of the Year who has led Minnesota to four titles (last in 2017), Reeve now leads a growing gap over active peers and shows no sign of slowing as the Lynx sit 16-6 and pursue a fifth championship this season.
Olivia Miles set a new WNBA rookie record by hitting eight three-pointers in the Minnesota Lynx's 87-84 win over the Golden State Valkyries, finishing with 28 points and seven assists. She surpassed Caitlin Clark and Crystal Robinson for the rookie 3-point record, and the Lynx improved to 8-2 this season. Coach Cheryl Reeve lauded Miles's maturity and playmaking as a key driver for Minnesota's title-contending form.
Three weeks into the WNBA season, the Minnesota Lynx sit atop the standings at 5-2, buoyed by Olivia Miles and smart signings, with the Las Vegas Aces (4-3) and Golden State Valkyries (5-2) close behind. Atlanta Dream (4-2) and Dallas Wings (5-3) occupy the upper tier, while Indiana Fever (4-3) and Portland Fire (5-3) show promise from young rosters. The rest of the league has been inconsistent—New York Liberty and Toronto Tempo sit at 4-4, but injuries and coaching look to shape outcomes, and Los Angeles Sparks (3-3), Chicago Sky (3-4), Washington Mystics (3-3), Seattle Storm (3-5), Phoenix Mercury (2-6), and Connecticut Sun (1-8) are still chasing rhythm, with Connecticut hopeful Leila Lacan’s return offering a spark.
Week one of the WNBA’s 30th season delivered a string of early shocks and breakout moments: the Minnesota Lynx look cohesive and efficient without Napheesa Collier, while the Golden State Valkyries show defensive grit with Gabby Williams; the New York Liberty’s backcourt shines behind Marine Johannès and rookie Pauline Astier; Chicago Sky sit 2–0 after Angel Reese’s arrival, and expansion teams Portland and Toronto are already fun to watch. Rookie Olivia Miles appears to be the early ROY frontrunner, and Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever return has fans buzzing about an MVP bid; international scouting is paying off with Nogic and Čechová making immediate impact.
The Minnesota Lynx host the Atlanta Dream on Saturday, May 9 at 8 p.m. ET at Target Center in Minneapolis. The game will be broadcast on WPCH - Peachtree TV with Victory+ streaming, as the WNBA’s 2026 season unfolds under a new media rights deal.
The 2026 WNBA season opens with a shift from team previews to narrative-driven storylines, highlighting star players and characters. Napheesa Collier is set to miss at least the first month for Minnesota due to a left ankle injury, while offseason moves reshape rosters: Jessica Shepard and Alanna Smith sign with the Dallas Wings, Bridget Carleton goes to the Portland expansion team, and Natisha Hiedeman signs with the Seattle Storm.
In the 2026 WNBA Draft in New York, the Dallas Wings selected Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 pick and Minnesota followed with Olivia Miles at No. 2 to bolster its guard rotation after Natisha Hiedeman’s departure, with Miles—a standout from Notre Dame and TCU—bringing elite playmaking and outside shooting, while the Lynx also added guard Lani White to strengthen backcourt depth behind Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride.
WNBA free agency kicked off with heavy roster churn for the Minnesota Lynx: several veterans departed, Natasha Howard was added to shore up the frontcourt, and a young core is being tested as Napheesa Collier misses time. With about eight of twelve roster spots filled and the 2026 draft looming, Minnesota appears to be embracing a rebuild under coach Cheryl Reeve while weighing additional veteran signings or trades.
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier addressed concerns about officiating and leadership issues in the WNBA during a media session, highlighting ongoing inconsistencies that affect the league's integrity.
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve was ejected and criticized the officiating after an 84-76 playoff loss to the Phoenix Mercury, during which her player Napheesa Collier was injured, raising concerns about league officiating standards.
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces won her record fourth WNBA MVP award, beating out Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, who had a historic season but was sidelined by injury. Wilson led the league in points and blocks, helping her team secure the second seed, while Collier achieved a rare 50/40/90 shooting season and led the Lynx to the top seed. The season was marked by Collier's injury and a significant loss to Wilson's team, setting the stage for potential finals matchups.
The Minnesota Lynx staged a remarkable comeback from a 17-point deficit to beat the Golden State Valkyries 75-74 in the WNBA playoffs, with key performances from veterans like Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride, securing a 2-0 series lead and advancing to the semifinals.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Angel Reese, a talented but problematic player, and her fit with the Chicago Sky and the Minnesota Lynx's decision to avoid her in the draft, highlighting her recent suspension and ongoing issues with team management.
The 2025 WNBA playoffs feature top teams like Minnesota Lynx, Golden State Valkyries, and Las Vegas Aces, with detailed analysis of each team's season performance and matchup prospects, highlighting Minnesota's dominance, Golden State's historic expansion success, and the Aces' late-season surge.
The article ranks the top four WNBA teams most likely to win the championship this season, highlighting the Minnesota Lynx as the top contender due to their strong performance and team depth, followed by the New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces, and Atlanta Dream, each with their own recent successes and key players. The article also mentions honorable mentions like the Phoenix Mercury and Seattle Storm.