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Lynx defeat Sun; clinch top seed in WNBA Playoffs

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun 101-89 to secure the top seed in the upcoming 2026 WNBA Playoffs. Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 23 points, six rebounds, and two steals.

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun 101-89 to secure the top seed in the upcoming 2026 WNBA Playoffs. Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 23 points, six rebounds, and two steals. Olivia Miles dropped 21 points, passing Caitlin Clark’s 769 points in 2024 for the most points in a rookie season in WNBA history. Miles added six assists, three rebounds, and two steals. Natasha Howard chipped in 18 points and 11 rebounds. Kayla McBride tallied 14 points, six assists, three rebounds, and two steals. Courtney Williams scored 11 points.

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It was published on September 21, 2026 and last updated on October 9, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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