Lynx clinch No. 2 seed with last-minute win over Sun
- Napheesa Collier scored 25 points and assisted Bridget Carleton for a crucial three-pointer with 3.4 seconds left.
- The Lynx's victory allowed them to secure the No. 2 seed in the WNBA playoffs, setting up a matchup against the Phoenix.
- This win marked a turnaround for the Lynx, who had previously lost their first two games against the Sun.
On Tuesday night, the Minnesota Lynx secured a crucial victory against the Connecticut Sun, winning 78-76 in a tightly contested match. Napheesa Collier was instrumental in the win, scoring 25 points and assisting Bridget Carleton for a pivotal three-pointer with just 3.4 seconds remaining. This victory allowed the Lynx to clinch the No. 2 seed in the WNBA playoffs, setting them up to host the No. 7-seeded Phoenix in the opening round of the playoffs on Sunday. The game was marked by a series of lead changes in the final minutes. After Alyssa Thomas gave the Sun a brief lead with a shot from near the foul line, Collier responded with a turnaround fadeaway to regain the lead for Minnesota. The Sun quickly answered with a basket from DeWanna Bonner, but Collier's assist to Carleton for the go-ahead three-pointer proved decisive. The Lynx's defense held strong in the closing moments, forcing a turnover on the Sun's inbounds pass. Kayla McBride contributed significantly with 14 points, while Carleton added 11. The Lynx had previously struggled against the Sun, losing their first two matchups by a narrow margin. This win not only boosts the Lynx's confidence but also positions them favorably for the upcoming playoff series. Connecticut, currently third in the standings, will face Indiana in their final regular-season game. With one game left, the Sun aim to solidify their playoff position, while the Lynx look to build momentum heading into the postseason.