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Lynx overcome Storm despite Collier absence; Carrington impresses on debut
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Lynx overcome Storm despite Collier absence; Carrington impresses on debut

Originally posted on Bring Me The News  |  By Adam Uren  |  Last updated Aug 6, 2025 9:02 AM ET

The Minnesota Lynx managed to get the job done without Napheesa Collier, running out gutsy 91-87 winners over the Storm in Seattle.

The Lynx are facing at least two weeks without their star player after she suffered a right ankle sprain, but there is more than enough talent among the WNBA-leading roster to keep the spectacular run of form going, moving to 25-5 after Tuesday's win.

All-star guard Courtney Williams top scored with 20 points, 14 of which came in the second half as the Lynx roared back from an eight-point deficit at halftime.

But it was an all-round team performance, with Jessica Shepard registering a double-double, while Kayla McBride, Bridget Carleton, and DiJonai Carrington scoring in the double digits.

Carrington was making her debut for the Lynx since arriving from the Dallas Wings in a trade that sent Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson, and a 2027 2nd-round draft pick in the other direction.

The 2024 WNBA All-Defensive First Teamer was impressive on her first game for the Lynx, racking up 13 points and registering this block in the fourth quarter.

The loss sends the Seattle Storm to a record of 16-14.

Next up for the Lynx is a visit from the Washington Mystics, with the game getting underway at Target Center from 6:30 p.m. Friday.

This article first appeared on Bring Me The News and was syndicated with permission.

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