Napheesa Collier Upgraded to Questionable for Thursday’s Lynx-Atlanta Showdown
Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier has been upgraded to questionable for Thursday’s game against the Atlanta Dream. Collier has sat out five consecutive contests as she continues to recover from an ankle sprain.
The injury occurred on August 2 in Minnesota’s matchup with the Las Vegas Aces, when Collier twisted her right ankle in the final seconds of the third quarter. An MRI confirmed there was no major damage, and she was diagnosed with a sprained ankle. She was initially slated for reevaluation about two weeks after the diagnosis, which came on Monday.
Before the injury, Collier had cemented herself as a top contender for MVP, leading the league in scoring at 23.5 points per game while contributing 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.8 steals, and 1.6 blocks per contest.
The Lynx have performed well without her, going 4-1 in her absence, and Minnesota still has 10 regular-season games remaining, including Thursday’s affair in Atlanta. If Collier suits up, she could provide a significant boost to Minnesota’s offense as the team looks to maintain momentum down the stretch.
Summary: Collier’s status remains uncertain for Thursday, but a return could quickly impact Minnesota’s dynamic on both ends of the floor as they push toward the end of the season.
Value add: A brief note for fans and readers could mention what a Collier return might mean for matchups with key opponents in the remaining schedule and how the Lynx might rotate minutes to integrate her back into the lineup. Positive spin: her potential return brings a boost to a team already thriving in her absence, underscoring the depth and resilience of Minnesota as the season nears its conclusion.