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Natasha Howard’s Late Shot Lifts Lynx Over Wings

5/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Natasha Howard scored the go-ahead basket with 51 seconds left, giving the Minnesota Lynx a 90-86 win over the Dallas Wings.
The Lynx played without Napheesa Collier, who remains out after offseason ankle surgery.
Rookie Emma Cechova exited in the third quarter after sustaining a non-contact knee injury.
Paige Bueckers posted a season-high 27 points and eight assists for Dallas despite the loss.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched in 1997 with eight franchises, and the Houston Comets captured the first championship, beating the New York Liberty 65-51. The Comets won the league’s first four titles before folding in 2008, illustrating early dominance and later contraction. Their legacy of early-season adversity informs today’s focus on player health and league stability.

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Story summary

Natasha Howard scored the go-ahead basket with 51 seconds left, giving the Minnesota Lynx a 90-86 win over the Dallas Wings.
The Lynx played without Napheesa Collier, who remains out after offseason ankle surgery.
Rookie Emma Cechova exited in the third quarter after sustaining a non-contact knee injury.
Paige Bueckers posted a season-high 27 points and eight assists for Dallas despite the loss.

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