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Lynx Outscore Fever in High-Scoring Thriller
2 Aug
Summary
- Lynx secured their 10th consecutive win, longest streak since 2016.
- All five Lynx starters scored in double figures against the Fever.
- The Fever extended their record by scoring 100+ points for sixth game.
The Minnesota Lynx have extended their winning streak to an impressive 10 consecutive games following a decisive 108-100 victory over the Indiana Fever. This remarkable streak is the team's longest since 2016, showcasing a significant period of dominance. The Lynx demonstrated exceptional offensive depth, with all five starting players achieving double-digit scoring figures during the matchup.
Notable offensive contributions came from Courtney Williams, who scored 12 of her 27 points in the crucial fourth quarter, and Napheesa Collier, who added 18 points and moved into third place on the franchise's all-time scoring list. The game featured a high-scoring contest, with the Fever continuing their own offensive trend by scoring at least 100 points for the sixth game in a row, extending a WNBA record.
This game was the first of three late-season meetings between the league's two highest-scoring teams. The WNBA is experiencing an all-time high in scoring, with teams averaging 87.3 points per game, a notable increase from previous seasons, indicating a shift towards more dynamic offensive play across the league.
