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Minnesota Lynx News / Athlon Sports / November 2
Napheesa Collier won Unrivaled's $200K one-on-one prize over five opponents; she gave $100,000 of it to her Lunar Owls training staff

Napheesa Collier won Unrivaled's $200K one-on-one prize over five opponents; she gave $100,000 of it to her Lunar Owls training staff

The first season of Unrivaled gave Napheesa Collier another way to make her mark beyond the WNBA. The Minnesota Lynx star helped launch the three-on-three league with Breanna Stewart, creating a new place for players to compete during the offseason.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / October 28
Indiana Fever star Has Two Words for Napheesa Collier After Lynx Star’s Jordan Brand Reveal

Indiana Fever star Has Two Words for Napheesa Collier After Lynx Star’s Jordan Brand Reveal

Napheesa Collier is giving fans another look at her partnership with the Jordan Brand, with a promotional post she shared on Instagram on Tuesday. The

Minnesota Lynx News / Swish Appeal / October 13

2026 WNBA season review: Although Olivia Miles arrived, the absence, presence and future of Napheesa Collier still defined the Minnesota Lynx

Retrospectively, Napheesa Collier’s absence, presence and future defined the 2026 WNBA season for the Minnesota Lynx. Maybe, had the Lynx not experienced another early and underwhelming playoff exit and instead, as many expected, were preparing to play in the WNBA Finals, this wouldn’t be the case.

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WNBA News / HITC / October 7
Napheesa Collier reveals the real reason she and Breanna Stewart built Unrivaled

Napheesa Collier reveals the real reason she and Breanna Stewart built Unrivaled

For Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, launching Unrivaled wasn’t just a business move, it was a direct response to a broken system. Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier launched Unrivaled back in 2023, officially hitting the court for its first season in early 2025.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 6
Apparently some fans think Fever can land both Kelsey Plum, Napheesa Collier in offseason

Apparently some fans think Fever can land both Kelsey Plum, Napheesa Collier in offseason

Following their disappointing opening round playoff exit, there’s no doubt that the Indiana Fever need a roster retool if they want to be taken seriously as WNBA contenders.

Minnesota Lynx News / EssentiallySports / October 6
'Never Explicitly Her Choice': WNBA Analyst Adds to Napheesa Collier Speculation After Cheryl Reeve’s Remarks Raise Questions About Her Future With Lynx

'Never Explicitly Her Choice': WNBA Analyst Adds to Napheesa Collier Speculation After Cheryl Reeve’s Remarks Raise Questions About Her Future With Lynx

Napheesa Collier’s first comments after the shock playoff exit to New York were to double down on her love for the Lynx. Her “I love it here” may have been a massive indicator, but head coach Cheryl Reeve’s exit interview comments have led to choice becoming a key factor in Phee’s free agency decision.

Minnesota Lynx News / HerSportsNation / October 3
5 WNBA teams that could pursue Napheesa Collier in free agency

5 WNBA teams that could pursue Napheesa Collier in free agency

Since 2019, Napheesa Collier has been a Lynx cornerstone. With the one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract coming to an end, the 5x All-Star has the ball in her court to decide on her future.

Napheesa Collier News / ESPN / October 1

Lynx's Collier unsure of future as free agency looms after early playoff exit

Two-time MVP runner-up Napheesa Collier is unsure of her future as she enters free agency, saying she loves Minnesota but hasn't had time to think about what's next.

Minnesota Lynx News / Canis Hoopus / October 1

The 2026 Minnesota Lynx: The Good, Bad and … Now What?

Coming into 2026 with not as high of expectations as the few years prior due to a new-look roster, the Minnesota Lynx surprised all of us with an impressive performance over the course of the regular season.

Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 30
What Lynx’s Napheesa Collier said about flopping out of playoffs after 2 blowout losses to Liberty

What Lynx’s Napheesa Collier said about flopping out of playoffs after 2 blowout losses to Liberty

The Minnesota Lynx are licking their wounds after getting eliminated by the New York Liberty in the first round of the playoffs. The Liberty crushed the Lynx, 87-71, in Game 2 at Barclays Center on Tuesday.

Minnesota Lynx News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / September 28
Napheesa Collier Must Meet ‘Be More Assertive’ Demand to Save Lynx’s Season

Napheesa Collier Must Meet ‘Be More Assertive’ Demand to Save Lynx’s Season

The Minnesota Lynx started this year’s playoff run in the worst way possible. They were the only top seed to suffer an upset, falling 75-91 to the New York Liberty.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 27
'Doesn’t Feel Like a Rematch': Napheesa Collier Reflects on the 2024 Finals Before Facing NY Liberty in the Playoffs

'Doesn’t Feel Like a Rematch': Napheesa Collier Reflects on the 2024 Finals Before Facing NY Liberty in the Playoffs

Few series leave a lasting impression like the New York Liberty-Minnesota Lynx WNBA Finals of 2024, with the Liberty clinching the win in a 3-2 series.

Minnesota Lynx News / HITC / September 23
‘It’s embarrassing’ – Napheesa Collier furious as Cheryl Reeve rests Lynx stars vs Fever

‘It’s embarrassing’ – Napheesa Collier furious as Cheryl Reeve rests Lynx stars vs Fever

Frustration boiled over in Minnesota after the Lynx dropped one to the Fever, with Napheesa Collier torching the team’s effort. During the tough matchup against Indiana, Napheesa Collier only logged 13 minutes on the floor, finishing with 9 points and 2 rebounds.

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WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 23
'Disappointed & Embarrassed': Napheesa Collier Doesn’t Hold Back as Lynx Clinch No.1 Spot Despite Loss vs Fever

'Disappointed & Embarrassed': Napheesa Collier Doesn’t Hold Back as Lynx Clinch No.1 Spot Despite Loss vs Fever

The Minnesota Lynx have lost four of the last five games they played, with the latest loss coming against the fifth-seeded Indiana Fever on September 22.

Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 23
Lynx’s Napheesa Collier gets 100% real on ’embarrassing’ loss to Fever

Lynx’s Napheesa Collier gets 100% real on ’embarrassing’ loss to Fever

The Minnesota Lynx did not put up much of a fight against the Indiana Fever on Tuesday, suffering a lopsided defeat, 96-77, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Lynx got buried early, with the Fever outscoring them in the first quarter, 31-16.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 17
Lynx, Liberty feel prepared for final push into playoffs

Lynx, Liberty feel prepared for final push into playoffs

Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier offered a quick answer when asked about her favorite part of playing in the FIBA Women's World Cup. "The highlight was winning at the end," Collier said with a smile.

Minnesota Lynx News / EssentiallySports / September 12
'It’s Inexcusable': Napheesa Collier Echoes Kara Lawson’s Powerful Wake-Up Call After Team USA’s Scare vs. Italy

'It’s Inexcusable': Napheesa Collier Echoes Kara Lawson’s Powerful Wake-Up Call After Team USA’s Scare vs. Italy

Team USA’s narrow win against Italy in the second group stage game was the reality check they needed. That is exactly what coach Kara Lawson delivered in the locker room afterward.

Minnesota Lynx News / Field Level Media / September 10
Napheesa Collier leads U.S. in World Cup quarters rout of Hungary

Napheesa Collier leads U.S. in World Cup quarters rout of Hungary

Napheesa Collier scored 19 points as the United States overwhelmed Hungary 108-56 in the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's World Cup on Thursday in Berlin.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The Sports / September 3
How to watch Napheesa Collier, other Lynx in the FIBA Women's World Cup

How to watch Napheesa Collier, other Lynx in the FIBA Women's World Cup

Lynx star Napheesa Collier and Team USA will begin play in this year’s FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup on Friday in Berlin, Germany. Here’s how to watch Collier and several other Lynx players throughout this year’s tournament, which runs from September 4 through the title match on the 13th.

Minnesota Lynx News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 1
Lynx’s Napheesa Collier expected to stay in Minnesota for remainder of 2026 season

Lynx’s Napheesa Collier expected to stay in Minnesota for remainder of 2026 season

Napheesa Collier appears set to remain at the heart of the Minnesota Lynx’s championship pursuit. That’s despite persistent speculation surrounding her future.

Minnesota Lynx News / Athlon Sports / July 30
Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Lynx’s Napheesa Collier to Sparks for All-Star Forward, Former No. 2 Pick

Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Lynx’s Napheesa Collier to Sparks for All-Star Forward, Former No. 2 Pick

It has been a great season thus far for the Minnesota Lynx as they currently sit at the top of the WNBA standings with a 23-6 record. Of course, many around

Minnesota Lynx News / Field Level Media / July 27
Napheesa Collier, Lynx have sights set on slumping Tempo

Napheesa Collier, Lynx have sights set on slumping Tempo

What does one give the team that owns the WNBA's best record coming out of the All-Star break? Perhaps getting its best player back at 100% health for the season's remainder.

Minnesota Lynx News / Yardbarker / July 22
Major Napheesa Collier update makes Lynx even scarier

Major Napheesa Collier update makes Lynx even scarier heading into All-Star break

The best team in the WNBA is about to get even better.

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Minnesota Lynx News / Field Level Media / July 21
Lynx star Napheesa Collier probable to make '26 debut vs. Storm

Lynx star Napheesa Collier probable to make '26 debut vs. Storm

Napheesa Collier is in line to make her 2026 season debut Wednesday, as the Minnesota Lynx listed their star guard as probable to face the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night's injury report.

Minnesota Lynx News / Yardbarker / July 1
Lynx's championship chances only increase with Collier update

Lynx's championship chances only increase with Napheesa Collier update

Collier hasn't played this season since undergoing ankle surgeries in January and March.

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Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / June 29
Possible hint on Napheesa Collier's Lynx return was false alarm

Possible hint on Napheesa Collier's Lynx return was false alarm

Some observant Minnesota Lynx fans took notice of a section of both the WNBA and Lynx apps that lists injured players Napheesa Collier and Dorka Juhasz as game-time decisions for Friday's marquee matchup against the New York Liberty in Brooklyn.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Final Injury Report for Lynx-Mystics: Will Napheesa Collier Play?

Final Injury Report for Lynx-Mystics: Will Napheesa Collier Play?

The Minnesota Lynx are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Washington Mystics in an interconference showdown. Minnesota enters Wednesday’s game with a 13-4 record after losing at home to Washington Sunday night.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / April 21
Lynx announce Napheesa Collier will miss start of season, resume 'on‑court activities' in June

Lynx announce Napheesa Collier will miss start of season, resume 'on‑court activities' in June

Lynx star Napheesa Collier won't return to on-court activities until June, according to an update provided by the team on Tuesday. The updated timeline means Collier — as expected — will miss the start of the Lynx's season, which is set to tip off May 10 against the Atlanta Dream.

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