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Napheesa Collier Eyes MVP as Lynx Head to Playoffs

9/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx became the second WNBA player to achieve a 50-40-90 season, averaging 22.9 points per game with 53% shooting from the field, 40.3% from three, and 90.6% from the free-throw line.
Coach Cheryl Reeve highlighted Collier's MVP candidacy.
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces is also a strong MVP contender, leading her team to a 16-game winning streak.
The MVP award will be announced on September 21, with Collier pursuing both MVP and a WNBA title.
The Lynx will face the Golden State Valkyries in the playoffs, having dominated them in the regular season.

History

Historical Context

The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) was established on April 24, 1996, following a successful gold medal run by the USA Women's Basketball Team at the 1996 Olympics. The league began play on June 21, 1997, with eight teams, and has since showcased stars like Lisa Leslie and Napheesa Collier, reflecting the growing recognition and support for women's professional sports.

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Story summary

Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx became the second WNBA player to achieve a 50-40-90 season, averaging 22.9 points per game with 53% shooting from the field, 40.3% from three, and 90.6% from the free-throw line.
Coach Cheryl Reeve highlighted Collier's MVP candidacy.
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces is also a strong MVP contender, leading her team to a 16-game winning streak.
The MVP award will be announced on September 21, with Collier pursuing both MVP and a WNBA title.
The Lynx will face the Golden State Valkyries in the playoffs, having dominated them in the regular season.

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