Napheesa Collier led the Minnesota Lynx to a 99-83 victory over the Washington Mystics with 30 points. This win marks the Lynx’s third consecutive victory, extending their Western Conference-leading record to 19-8. The Lynx secured a home-and-home series sweep against the struggling Mystics, who are now 6-21 for the season. In their previous encounter, the Lynx defeated the Mystics 79-68 at home. Collier, an Olympic gold medalist, played a pivotal role in both games, contributing 17 points and 12 rebounds in the first matchup.

Bridget Carleton also played a key role for the Lynx, scoring 16 points with three 3-pointers. Courtney Williams added 14 points, while Kayla McBride chipped in with 10 points and four steals. Stefanie Dolson was the top scorer for the Mystics with 23 points, supported by Shakira Austin’s 16 points.

In the game, the Lynx initially fell behind 8-2 but rallied to take a 22-16 lead after the first quarter. They capitalized on turnovers and maintained their lead throughout the game. Despite a brief tie in the second quarter, the Lynx regained control and never looked back.

Washington struggled throughout the game and faced a deficit of as much as 27 points. The Mystics are yet to secure a win against the Lynx in their three encounters this season. Up next, the Mystics will host the Seattle Storm on Tuesday, while the Lynx will play against the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday.

Overall, the Minnesota Lynx showcased their dominance, while the Washington Mystics faced another defeat, continuing their losing streak.