The Minnesota Lynx are looking to continue their impressive run as they prepare to face off against the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night at Climate Pledge Arena. With a record of 24-5, the Lynx currently lead the WNBA standings by a significant margin of 6.5 games over the Phoenix Mercury. The last time the Lynx took to the court, they achieved a remarkable 111-58 victory over the Las Vegas Aces, setting a WNBA record for the largest margin of victory in a road game.
However, Minnesota faces a challenge as their MVP candidate, Napheesa Collier, is expected to miss at least a couple of weeks due to an ankle injury incurred during the Aces game. Her absence will put additional pressure on teammates Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams, who are expected to step up in scoring.
The Storm, currently sitting third in the standings with a record of 16-13, have had a rough patch, losing their last two games by a combined margin of just six points. They will be eager to turn their fortunes around and prevent a three-game winless streak on their home court. Seattle’s Nneka Ogwumike leads the team in scoring and will be crucial to their performance against the Lynx.
This matchup is noteworthy as the teams have split their previous encounters this season, with each securing a win at home. The Storm managed to defeat the Lynx earlier in the season, making this game even more critical for both squads. Seattle is currently favored by 2.5 points for this contest.
As the WNBA season heats up, fans will be tuning in at 10 p.m. ET to see if the Lynx can maintain their dominance despite Collier’s absence or if the Storm can rally for a much-needed victory. While the stakes are high, the anticipation surrounding the game offers great excitement for basketball fans.
In addition to the highlight on the Lynx vs. Storm, the sports calendar also features a packed MLB slate, contributing to a thrilling day for sports enthusiasts.