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By now, we all have seen the phenomenon sweeping the WNBA and the sports world—StudBudz—spearheaded by Minnesota Lynx guards Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman. What started off as an idea at the beginning of the season has turned into much more than the two veteran guards could have imagined.

WNBA News / ESPN / September 23

'We got that vibe about us': Inside the StudBudz WNBA takeover

With pink hair, lively banter and bold basketball, Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman champion Black, gay, masc representation in the WNBA.

Atlanta Dream News / Swish Appeal / September 20

Atlanta Dream’s Naz Hillmon is the 2025 WNBA Sixth Player of the Year

Congratulations to the Atlanta Dream’s Naz Hillmon, the 2025 WNBA Sixth Player of the Year. Hillmon earned 44 of 72 first-place votes, with the Minnesota Lynx’s Natisha Hiedeman finishing second with 22 votes.

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Atlanta Dream News / Field Level Media / September 20

Dream F Naz Hillmon wins Sixth Player of the Year award

Atlanta Dream forward Naz Hillmon made big strides as a 3-point shooter this season and it helped her claim WNBA Sixth Player of the Year honors, which was announced Saturday.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 14

Lynx’ Natisha Hiedeman nearly sets franchise record in Game 1 vs. Valkyries

The Minnesota Lynx opened their 2025 WNBA postseason with a dominant 101-72 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday at Target Center, taking a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three first-round series.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 14

Lynx open playoffs with dominating win over Valkyries

The Minnesota Lynx showed why they are the class of the league WNBA, rolling to a 101-72 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday at Minneapolis in the opener of a best-of-three playoff series.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 12

Who should win WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year?

The WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year award is given annually to the most outstanding player who primarily comes off the bench. The award recognizes not just scoring, but a player’s all-around impact, efficiency, consistency, and the ability to shift the momentum of a game without being in the starting lineup.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 11

Lynx end regular season with convincing win over Valkyries

Natisha Hiedeman came off the bench to score 21 points on 8-for-12 shooting as the Minnesota Lynx pulled away for a 72-53 win over the Golden State Valkyries in the regular-season finale for both teams Thursday night in Minneapolis.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 6

Natisha Hiedeman's big game for Lynx ruins big night for Valkyries

Natisha Hiedeman bombed in six 3-pointers en route to career high-tying 24 points, Jessica Shepard contributed 12 points and 13 rebounds and the visiting Minnesota Lynx spoiled a record-setting night for the expansion Golden State Valkyries with a 78-72 triumph on Saturday in San Francisco.

Minnesota Lynx News / Canis Hoopus / September 6

Lynx 78, Valkyries 72: Ladies and Gentlemen, Natisha Hiedeman

On a night where Minnesota Lynx legends Maya Moore and Sylvia Fowles earned the highest basketball honor, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement, there was still basketball to be played.

Minnesota Lynx News / Canis Hoopus / September 5

Aces 97, Lynx 87: Natisha Hiedeman’s Bench Spark Not Enough

The Minnesota Lynx travel west for a late-night tipoff against the Aces in Las Vegas. Kayla McBride comes back as Dijonai Carrington misses with the left shoulder injury that she sustained in the last matchup.

Minnesota Lynx News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / September 4

Angel Reese's 'Uncomfortable' Dave Portnoy Opinion Ended StudBudz Barstool Linkup

The duo of Minnesota Lynx guards Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman (who call themselves the "StudBudz") took over the 2025 WNBA All-Star weekend because of their constant live streaming, which granted unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to a player's perspective of what the All-Star Game is like.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 19

Sabrina Ionescu's late three-pointer seals Liberty's victory over Lynx

Sabrina Ionescu helped the Liberty fend off a Lynx comeback effort by hitting a deep three-pointer with 33.8 seconds left.

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Minnesota Lynx News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 23

StudBudz Promise to Press Dave Portnoy Over Angel Reese Hatred

The iconic duo of Minnesota Lynx guards Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman — who are now better known as the "StudBudz" — took over the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend with their 72-hour-long live stream on Twitch that captivated the women's basketball community.

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Minnesota Lynx News / Field Level Media / July 10

Natisha Hiedeman, Lynx surge past Sparks

Natisha Hiedeman came off the bench to score 16 first-half points, and the Minnesota Lynx used a second-quarter deluge to overwhelm the host Los Angeles Sparks 91-82 on Thursday.

Minnesota Lynx News / ESPN / June 30

Lynx's Hiedeman, Shepard could provide boost

With a busy schedule this week, Natisha Hiedeman and Jessica Shepard are solid pickups that can give fantasy managers an edge.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / May 31

Hiedeman’s heroics keep Lynx unbeaten in desert thriller

How good are the Minnesota Lynx? Good enough to go on the road and win without MVP candidate Napheesa Collier, who missed Friday night's game in Phoenix

WNBA News / Anonymous Eagle / May 16

It Is Time To Watch Natisha Hiedeman’s Minnesota Lynx Again

The WNBA season starts on Friday, and the only Marquette player to ever appear in the league will see her team on a national level broadcast in 23 of the Lynx’s 44 games.

Minnesota Lynx News / Canis Hoopus / January 31

Report: Minnesota Lynx to Re-Sign Natisha Hiedeman, Add Marieme Badiane

Hiedeman, who played with the Lynx in 2024, and Badiane, a veteran center from France, are expected to make their deals official when the free agent signing period opens Feb.

WNBA News / ESPN / January 17

Phantom sign Heideman before Unrivaled tipoff

Guard Natisha Hiedeman has signed a relief player contract with Phantom BC in the wake of Phantom losing Madina Mabrey to a right calf strain

WNBA News / Canis Hoopus / September 26, 2024

Lynx 101, Mercury 88: Napheesa Collier ties playoff scoring record as Minnesota sweeps

Napheesa Collier scored 42 points, tying the WNBA single-game playoff scoring record as the Lynx advance past the Mercury After the thrilling 102-95 victory in Game 1 on Sunday, the Minnesota Lynx look to secure the series win against the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the first round of the WNBA playoffs.