The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Las Vegas Aces 100-86 in a thrilling game on Tuesday night. Alanna Smith led the way with 18 points, followed by Kayla McBride with 16 points and eight assists. The Lynx’s starters all scored in double figures, with Bridget Carleton and Courtney Williams contributing 15 points each, and Napheesa Collier adding 14 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
On the other hand, the Las Vegas Aces suffered their third consecutive loss, marking their worst 10-game start to a season since 2018. Despite a strong start in the first quarter, where Alysha Clark, Megan Gustafson, and Kelsey Plum made two 3-pointers each to give the Aces a 31-29 lead, they struggled to maintain their momentum. The Lynx dominated the game and entered the fourth quarter with a 78-60 lead.
In another game, the Washington Mystics secured their first win of the season by defeating the Atlanta Dream 87-79. Brittney Sykes made a remarkable return after missing the past 10 games due to an ankle injury, scoring 18 points and going 4 of 6 from beyond the arc in just 14 minutes of play. Ariel Atkins also had 18 points, contributing to the Mystics’ victory and avoiding a franchise-record losing streak.
Lastly, the Seattle Storm emerged victorious against the Los Angeles Sparks with a final score of 95-79. Nneka Ogwumike led the Storm with a season-high 26 points against her former team, while Jewell Loyd added 21 points. Seattle’s strong performance included key plays down the stretch, with Skylar Diggins-Smith and Sami Whitcomb making crucial shots to secure the win. Ezi Magbegor’s 13 rebounds helped the Storm dominate the boards, outrebounding the Sparks 45-33.
Overall, it was an action-packed night in the WNBA, with teams showcasing their talent and determination on the court. The Lynx, Mystics, and Storm emerged victorious, highlighting the competitive nature of the league and setting the stage for exciting matchups in the future.