Lynx Extend Winning Streak, Reinforce Top Spot in WNBA Power Rankings

Minnesota defeated Indiana 108-100, marking the Lynx’s 10th consecutive victory—their longest run since the 2016 season. The win propelled Minnesota to remain the league’s No. 1 offense in the latest ESPN WNBA Power Rankings, while Indiana’s five-game winning streak earned the Fever a jump in the rankings despite the loss.

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The matchup pitted the two highest-scoring teams in the league against each other for the first time this season. Both clubs have been central to the MVP conversation, with Indiana’s Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark delivering standout performances in recent weeks. Minnesota’s resurgence follows the return of Napheesa Collier, the previous season’s MVP runner-up, who rejoined the lineup after an injury hiatus.

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• Lynx streak: 10 straight wins, the longest since 2016; the team has not lost since July 6.

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• Scoring: Minnesota posted 108 points, its 10th game of 100-plus points, doubling the franchise record set in 2017 and 2025.

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• Key performances:

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• Olivia Miles – 28 points, six assists (continuing her Rookie of the Year push).

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• Courtney Williams – 27 points.

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• Napheesa Collier – 24 points, 10 rebounds in her first game back; season averages of 18.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and a 43.8 % three-point rate over four games.

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• Indiana highlights: Kelsey Mitchell – 37 points; Caitlin Clark – 19 points, 10 rebounds. Mitchell’s streak of 20-plus points now spans 14 games, the second-longest in league history.

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Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve emphasized the importance of performing in clutch situations, noting that being “battle-tested” adds significant value to a team’s success. Her comments underscore the coaching staff’s focus on maintaining composure during high-pressure games, a factor she linked to the Lynx’s sustained winning run.

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Minnesota’s continued offensive dominance and expanding win streak solidify its position as the league’s benchmark team heading into the final stretch of the season. The Lynx’s ability to integrate Collier back into the rotation while sustaining high-scoring outputs suggests they will remain a primary contender for the championship. Conversely, Indiana’s ability to stay competitive despite the loss keeps the Fever within striking distance of a top-four seed, highlighting the depth of the league’s offensive talent pool.

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• Minnesota’s upcoming schedule includes games against Los Angeles (Aug. 6), Las Vegas (Aug. 8) and Dallas (Aug. 9).

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• Indiana will face Los Angeles (Aug. 6), Chicago (Aug. 8) and New York (Aug. 9).

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These contests will further shape the power rankings as the regular season approaches its conclusion.

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