Lynx Stay Perfect with Historic Start
The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Dallas Wings on Sunday, 85–61, led by MVP frontrunner Napheesa Collier, who scored 28 points. Minnesota has now started the season with a historic 9–0 record; their best start since 2017, a year that ended in a championship. The Lynx are winning by an average margin of 10.1 points per game, establishing themselves as arguably the league’s most dominant team so far. Coming off a WNBA Finals loss last season, Minnesota is using this undefeated streak to reassert itself as the team to beat.
Collier has been nothing short of dominant throughout the Lynx’s first nine games, averaging 25 points, nine rebounds, and three assists per game. Her consistent production and calm under pressure have positioned her as an early MVP frontrunner. This undefeated start isn’t resting on Collier alone—her supporting cast has been equally impressive. Kayla McBride provides steady scoring and veteran leadership, Alanna Smith has emerged as a versatile two-way threat, and Courtney Williams continues to contribute with her playmaking and reliability. Minnesota’s balanced attack and undeniable chemistry have made them a formidable challenge for any opponent thus far.
The Lynx’s 9–0 start inevitably draws comparisons to their 2017 squad, which began the season with the same record and went on to win the WNBA Championship. That team, led by legends like Sylvia Fowles and Maya Moore, led Minnesota to one of the most dominant dynasties ever. While this year’s roster features a new generation of talent, Hall of Fame head coach Cheryl Reeve’s steady leadership remains constant. Only a handful of teams in WNBA history have started 9–0, and most of them made deep postseason runs. If the Lynx continue playing at this level, they will firmly establish themselves among the league’s elite.
Last season’s heartbreaking Finals loss to the New York Liberty in a decisive Game Five of the Finals still weighs heavily on the Lynx, fueling their determination throughout 2025. Last season’s Game Five wasn’t just a loss; it was a bitter reminder of how thin the line between victory and defeat can be, especially with the calls that everyone is still talking about. With the Lynx and Liberty once again on track to face off in the WNBA Finals, the stakes couldn’t be higher. This time, the Lynx aren’t just playing for a championship—they’re playing to settle a score that’s been left hanging.
