On July 5th, the WNBA regular season continues with a clash between the Lynx and the Sun.
The Lynx hold a record of 14 wins and 5 losses, ranking third in the league. They average 83 points per game while conceding 74.4, the second-lowest in the league, and have an impressive home record of 9 wins and 1 loss.
In their previous game, the Lynx lost to the league-leading Liberty 67-76. Only three players scored in double digits, with Collier contributing 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, McBride with 17 points, and Zandalasini scoring 12. Courtney Williams shot 3 for 13 to finish with 9 points, while Alanna Smith made only 4 of 11 shots for 9 points as well.
Season-wise, the Lynx have three players averaging double-digit points. Their star, Collier, averages 20.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.2 steals, and 1.4 blocks. McBride averages 15.8 points, 3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.4 steals, Smith contributes 11.9 points, 5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, Williams averages 9.8 points, 5 rebounds, and 5.3 assists, and Bridget Carlton averages 8 points.
The Sun are 15-4 and rank second in the league, averaging 79.9 points while allowing a league-low 73.1. They have a 7-2 road record.
In their last game, the Sun defeated Mercury 83-72 with five players scoring in double figures. Jones had 18 points and 7 rebounds, Clarendon tallied 16 points and 8 rebounds, Harris scored 12, Bonner contributed 11, Thomas added 10, and Mitchell chipped in 9 points.
The Sun’s starting five all average double-digit points, led by Bonner at 16.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game. Clarendon and Jones each average 13.2 points, Thomas averages 12.1, and Harris averages 11.3 points.
On the injury front, Jefferson is out indefinitely after ankle surgery, while the Lynx are fully healthy and ready to field their complete roster. Both teams will be at full strength.
In their last 10 meetings, the Sun hold an 8-2 advantage. Earlier this season, the Lynx lost to the Sun 82-83 on the road.
Both the Lynx and the Sun have been strong performers this season, but both teams have shown signs of decline recently. The once-first-ranked Sun have gone 2-3 in their last five games, losing the top spot, while the Lynx, after a 7-game winning streak, have dropped two of their last three contests.
The Lynx have the second-best home record (9-1) in the league, while the Sun lead the league with a 7-2 away record. This contest promises to be a battle between two powerhouses. With the outcome hanging in the balance, Collier’s performance could prove decisive. The winner might not be decided until the final moments.
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