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Lynx Host Valkyries in Crucial Commissioner's Cup Clash
5 Jun
Summary
- Minnesota Lynx hold a 7-2 record, aiming for sixth straight win.
- Golden State Valkyries boast a 6-3 record, coming off a recent victory.
- Both teams face significant injury concerns impacting key players.
The Minnesota Lynx are hosting the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday night in a Western Conference WNBA Commissioner's Cup matchup. Minnesota enters the game with a strong 7-2 record, having secured a dominant victory against the Phoenix Mercury on Monday. They are looking to extend their current winning streak to six games.
The Golden State Valkyries hold a 6-3 record and are coming off a victory against the Portland Fire on Tuesday. Key players for both squads are currently listed on injury reports, potentially impacting Thursday's contest. The Valkyries have ruled out Iliana Rupert for the season due to pregnancy, though Veronica Burton is off the injury report.
The Lynx are dealing with more significant injury concerns. Star forward Napheesa Collier remains sidelined due to ankle surgery and has not yet been cleared for court activity. Dorka Juhasz is also out with a foot sprain, and Emma Cechova will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL. This game is scheduled to tip off from Minneapolis at 9:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video.
