The Minnesota Lynx continue to make headlines after their recent 86-75 victory over the Golden State Valkyries, but the story goes deeper than the box score. Napheesa Collier’s standout performance—24 points and rebounds—powered the Lynx to a decisive second-half surge, leaving fans and analysts wondering: Is this the start of a new WNBA powerhouse run?
Lynx Dominate Second Half, Collier Shines.
The Lynx trailed at halftime but stormed back with a dominant third quarter, outscoring the Valkyries 17-8 and never looking back. Collier’s relentless play on both ends of the floor set the tone, while Courtney Williams added points to keep the offense rolling The Lynx’s defense clamped down, holding the Valkyries to just points in the final quarter.
Valkyries’ Early Promise Fades.
The Golden State Valkyries, an expansion team with a promising start to their season, looked competitive early and even led at halftime. But a cold stretch in the third quarter proved costly. Despite 21 points from Veronica Burton, the Valkyries couldn’t keep pace with Minnesota’s relentless attack.
Collier’s MVP-Level Impact.
Collier’s recent form has put her in the MVP conversation. Averaging over points and rebounds per game since the Olympic break, she’s been the anchor for a Lynx squad that has surged into the WNBA’s top tier Minnesota’s defense, led by Collier, has held opponents under 80 points in recent games, a testament to her two-way impact.
Lynx vs. Valkyries Prediction: What’s Next?.
With the Lynx firing on all cylinders and Collier playing at an elite level, Minnesota looks poised to continue their winning ways. The Valkyries, though competitive, will need to find another gear to challenge the league’s best. Expect the Lynx to remain favorites in any future matchups, especially if Collier maintains her current form.
Key Stats at a Glance.
The next chapter in this emerging rivalry could hinge on whether the Valkyries can match Minnesota’s intensity—or if Collier and the Lynx are simply on another level this season.
