WNBA · Western Conference · Est. 1999 · Target Center
Updated March 16, 2026
Napheesa Collier was the engine behind Minnesota's run to the 2024 WNBA Finals, putting up historic numbers in the playoffs. After coming agonizingly close to a championship, Collier and the Lynx are motivated by the sting of that Finals loss to New York. She's firmly in the MVP conversation entering 2026.
Head coach Cheryl Reeve has built multiple championship-caliber teams in Minnesota across different eras, and the current iteration might be her best roster construction yet. The Lynx blend veteran savvy with young athleticism, and their defensive identity under Reeve remains suffocating. Minnesota is a legitimate title contender once again.
Minnesota's move into a dedicated facility has been a game-changer for the franchise. After years of sharing space, the Lynx finally have a home court that matches their championship pedigree. The intimate atmosphere and raucous crowds have turned Minnesota into one of the toughest road trips in the league.