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Lynx Extend Winning Streak with 100-76 Victory Over Dallas
6/11/2026, 12:39:33 AM
Game Summary
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Dallas Wings 100-76 at the Target Center. The win marked Minnesota’s eighth consecutive victory and made the Lynx the first WNBA team to reach ten wins this season, improving their record to 10-2.
Season Context
The 2026 season opened under a new collective bargaining agreement and a rookie-heavy draft class that included Minnesota’s Olivia Miles and Dallas’s No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd. Despite missing star forward Napheesa Collier, the Lynx have maintained a league-best record and a seven-game winning streak, positioning them as the early-season benchmark.
Key Performers
- Olivia Miles (MIN) – 24 points on 7-of-10 shooting (2-of-3 from three), seven rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block.
- Kayla McBride (MIN) – 22 points, four of Minnesota’s seven three-pointers.
- Natasha Howard (MIN) – 21 points on 8-of-10 shooting.
- Courtney Williams (MIN) – 16 points, eight assists, and the late jumper that pushed Minnesota past the 100-point mark.
For Dallas:
- Paige Bueckers – 23 points (9-of-16 FG, 3-of-7 3PT) with five turnovers.
- Azzi Fudd – Six points on 2-of-12 shooting.
- Arike Ogunbowale – 16 points (4-of-8 FG).
Game Statistics
Minnesota shot 23-of-32 (72 %) from the field in the first half, including 6-of-8 (75 %) from three-point range. The Lynx’s starters contributed 71 of the 100 points. Both teams combined for 26 consecutive free throws before a miss with 56.8 seconds remaining. Dallas managed 30 points in the opening quarter but never closed the gap, trailing by 20 points at halftime (58-38) and by 21 points early in the fourth quarter.
Impact on Standings and Rankings
The victory solidified the Lynx’s position atop the league standings and secured the top spot in the WNBA’s weekly power rankings (9-2 overall, 3-0 in the Commissioner's Cup with a +57 point differential). Their offensive rating (second in the league) and defensive rating (league-best) underscore the dual-sided dominance that has propelled them ahead of the Las Vegas Aces, Atlanta Dream, and Dallas Wings.
Official League Commentary
The WNBA’s power-ranking release highlighted Minnesota’s “unblemished record in Cup play” and noted rookie Olivia Miles’s continued impact, citing her season-average of 17.2 points, 6.4 assists, and 5.0 rebounds. The league’s acknowledgment of the Lynx’s performance emphasizes their role as the benchmark for teams navigating the new CBA landscape.
Upcoming Schedule
The Lynx travel to Las Vegas on Saturday for a matchup against the defending champion Aces. The Wings’ next games include an away contest at Phoenix on Thursday and a home game versus Portland on Saturday. Both teams will look to adjust as the early-season race intensifies.
