Minnesota Lynx W vs Los Angeles Sparks W — 82:89, NBA W
NBA W
Friday, August 7, 2026 • Target Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx W | 22 | 26 | 23 | 11 | 82 |
| Los Angeles Sparks W | 21 | 19 | 26 | 23 | 89 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Minnesota Lynx W | Los Angeles Sparks W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 31/73 | 34/68 |
| 3-Pointers | 9/29 | 9/24 |
| Free Throws | 11/13 | 12/16 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 35 |
| Assists | 17 | 27 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
Box Score
Top scorers
O. Miles
23 PTS · 8 REB · 5 AST
Napheesa Collier
21 PTS · 8 REB · 6 AST
McBride Kayla Renae
15 PTS · 0 REB · 1 AST
Minnesota Lynx W
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. MilesS | 33:42 | 23 | 8 | 5 | 8-16 | 3-6 | 4-4 |
| McBride Kayla RenaeS | 33:36 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 5-13 | 3-8 | 2-2 |
| Napheesa CollierS | 33:30 | 21 | 8 | 6 | 10-20 | 1-4 | 0-0 |
| Natasha HowardS | 25:27 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2-4 | 0-0 | 4-4 |
| Totals | 67 | 22 | 15 | 25-53 | 7-18 | 10-10 |
Game Recap
The Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Minnesota Lynx 89-82, earning a seven-point win in a competitive WNBA matchup. Los Angeles used efficient shooting and strong ball movement to create separation, finishing with a higher field-goal percentage and a clear edge in assists. The Sparks’ offensive execution proved decisive as they consistently generated quality looks and maintained control late.
Key Takeaways
- →The Minnesota Lynx W have a significant advantage in Net Rating (+7
- →The Minnesota Lynx are favored with an implied probability of 84
- →The Minnesota Lynx have a significant rest advantage with 4 days off compared to the Sparks' back-to-back scenario
- →The Minnesota Lynx have a significant advantage with no injuries, a strong home record, and key players like O
- →The Minnesota Lynx have a significant home court advantage with a 13-4 record and a higher PPG at home