Lynx Extend Dominant Win Streak
Minnesota Lynx Top Golden State Valkyries 77-66, Olivia Miles Exits With Injury
Key Points
Miles shot 8-of-10 from the field on the night, finishing with 20 points and 7 assists before leaving with a left ankle injury.
Janelle Salaun hit a 3-pointer with 9:41 left to pull the Valkyries within 54-44, then added a free throw and a layup to trim the gap to 54-47 as Golden State rallied.
The Lynx swept the expansion Valkyries in the first round of the 2025 playoffs, establishing their position as the top seed.
Chase Center in San Francisco was announced to host the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game.
The Lynx improved to 11-1 on the road against the Western Conference this season, underscoring their strong performance away from home in the West.
The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Golden State Valkyries 77-66 in a dominant performance that showcased the league-leading team's strength TSN. Rookie guard Olivia Miles led the charge with 20 points and seven assists before leaving in the fourth quarter with a left ankle injury Winnipeg Free Press. The injury occurred when Miles stepped on a teammate's foot, but the Lynx pulled away late to extend their winning streak and cement their position atop the Western Conference.
Miles' Breakout Performance Cut Short
Miles was nearly perfect from the floor before her injury, shooting 8-of-10 from the field Winnipeg Free Press. The rookie finished with 20 points, seven assists, and five rebounds in just three-plus quarters. She stood with the bench after leaving, showing her commitment to the team despite the ankle injury that threatens the final stretch of the season College Football Network.
McBride and Collier Seal the Victory
With Miles sidelined, Kayla McBride stepped up with 20 points of her own to match the rookie's output Winnipeg Free Press. Napheesa Collier added 18 points and eight rebounds to round out the Lynx's offensive firepower. Minnesota's depth allowed them to weather the loss of their star rookie and hold off a fourth-quarter Valkyries rally TSN.
Golden State Claws Back But Falls Short
The Valkyries mounted a serious threat in the fourth quarter, at one point trimming the gap to just seven points TSN. Janelle Salaun sparked the rally with a 3-pointer that pulled Golden State within 54-44, then added a free throw and layup to cut it to 54-47. Veronica Burton contributed 14 points and seven assists for the Valkyries, but cold shooting and defensive lapses late ended their comeback bid.
Lynx Dominate Road Play in the West
Minnesota's win improves their record to 30-7, extending their dominance across the league Houston Chronicle. The Lynx are an impressive 11-1 on the road against Western Conference opponents this season, showing their ability to win anywhere. The Lynx swept the expansion Valkyries in the first round of the 2025 playoffs, establishing themselves as the clear top seed heading into postseason play TSN.
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