Napheesa Collier Leads Lynx to WNBA Semifinals After Impressive Performance
Napheesa Collier's Historic Night
Napheesa Collier made history as the Minnesota Lynx eliminated the Phoenix Mercury from the WNBA Playoffs with a 101-88 victory at Target Center. She tied a WNBA record for points in a single game with 42. "I should make my free throws," Collier said, acknowledging her missed opportunity to set a new record. "I’m just playing for my team, trying to win a game."
Lynx Advance to Semifinals
- The Lynx advanced to the WNBA Semifinals, winning their first playoff series since 2020.
- They haven't claimed a WNBA title since 2017.
- Next, the Lynx will face the Connecticut Sun, who eliminated the Indiana Fever.
- The Lynx are fresh off a series win that sees them eliminate the Mercury, potentially ending Diana Taurasi's illustrious career in the WNBA.
Collier's ability to perform under pressure impressed her coach, Cheryl Reeve, who commented, "Phee has the ability each game to know what she’s going to get, how she’s going to get it. Her doing what she’s doing in the WNBA is not a surprise." With 80 combined points in the series, Collier sets the stage for what’s next in the playoffs.
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