Collier shines against Sun, Lynx remain unbeaten

Behind 33 points from star forward Napheesa Collier, the Lynx extended their perfect start to 4-0 in 2025 with a 76-70 win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night at the Target Center.

Minnesota got out to a slow start, falling behind 45-35 heading into halftime. Connecticut leaned on veteran guard Marina Mabrey, who led the team with 22 points, eight rebounds and six assists.

The Lynx responded by forcing 23 total Sun turnovers, which resulted in 18 points. They held leading scorer Tina Charles to a season-low four points, and their stifling team defense was too much to handle in the second half.

Connecticut's largest lead for the game was 15, but Minnesota exploded to win the fourth quarter by 13 points, pulling away for a 76-70 win. 

Minnesota was able to overcome a 0-11 shooting night from its second-leading scorer, Courtney Williams. Collier had a game-high 33 points on 11-21 shooting from the field with 11 rebounds. Jessica Shepard, with 13 points, and Natisha Hiedeman, with 11 points, were the only two Lynx players to score in double figures, both coming off the bench.

The Lynx at 4-0 and Liberty at 2-0 are the only two remaining unbeaten teams in the league. Minnesota will have three days off before hosting the Seattle Storm on Tuesday at the Target Center.