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Lynx Re-Sign Hiedeman, Sign Olympic Star Badiane

2/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Minnesota Lynx are making waves for the upcoming WNBA season by re-signing guard Natisha Hiedeman, a key player in their 2024 Finals journey, and welcoming French center Marième Badiane, a silver medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Excitement builds as Badiane embarks on her WNBA career with the Lynx!

History

Historical Context

The Minnesota Lynx bolster their roster by re-signing Natisha Hiedeman and adding Marième Badiane, a 2024 Paris Olympics silver medalist. This mirrors the 1997 WNBA expansion, where international talent like Yelena Leuchanka transformed the league, showcasing the growing global influence in women's basketball.

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Story summary

The Minnesota Lynx are making waves for the upcoming WNBA season by re-signing guard Natisha Hiedeman, a key player in their 2024 Finals journey, and welcoming French center Marième Badiane, a silver medalist from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Excitement builds as Badiane embarks on her WNBA career with the Lynx!

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