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Howard's Hot Hand Lifts Lynx Over Sky 85-75
23 May
Summary
- Natasha Howard led Minnesota with 26 points, including 14 in the second quarter.
- The Lynx secured the win despite committing 19 turnovers throughout the game.
- Azurá Stevens made her season debut for Chicago after a knee injury.
Natasha Howard powered the Minnesota Lynx to an 85-75 win against the Chicago Sky on Saturday. Howard's offensive performance was a key factor, with 26 points, including a dominant 14-point second quarter.
The Lynx established an early lead, going up 52-38 by halftime. Although Chicago mounted a comeback in the second half, with Sydney Taylor narrowing the gap to 67-70 in the fourth quarter, consecutive three-pointers from Minnesota's Kayla McBride secured the victory.
Despite committing 19 turnovers, Minnesota held on for the win. Azurá Stevens made her season debut for the Sky, contributing six points and a defensive play after recovering from a bone bruise in her left knee.
Chicago's efforts were led by Kamilla Cardoso with 17 points and Skylar Diggins with 13 points, six rebounds, and six assists. The Lynx improved to a 4-2 record, while the Sky fell to 3-3.
