According to the Associated Press, the Minnesota Lynx defeated the expansion Toronto Tempo 104-72 on Thursday night, securing their ninth victory behind 16 points each from Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles, and Courtney Williams. The WNBA-leading Lynx improved to 24-6 on the season, capitalizing on a season-worst 24 turnovers by Toronto to generate 31 points off 14 steals.
Lynx Extend Win Streak Behind Balanced Scoring
The Minnesota Lynx put together a dominant performance on the road to notch their ninth straight win. Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles, and Courtney Williams each tallied 16 points to pace the offense, according to AP reports. Kayla McBride chipped in 13 points, while Dorka Juhasz added 12. Natasha Howard contributed nine points, eight rebounds, three steals, and two blocks for the league-leading squad.
Minnesota broke the game open in the second quarter. Collier scored seven points during a decisive 20-6 run that built a 14-point lead with 2:31 remaining in the half, bringing the score to 50-41 at the break. Defensively, the Lynx wreaked havoc, recording a season-high 14 steals.
Did you know? Olivia Miles, selected as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 draft, played through a unique statistical milestone during the matchup against Toronto, finishing the game without a single assist for the first time in her WNBA career.
Tempo Struggles Amid Mounting Injuries
The Toronto Tempo suffered their fifth loss and ninth defeat in their last 10 games, dropping their record to 10-18. Laura Juskaite led the expansion side with 19 points, Marina Mabrey scored 16, and Nyara Sabally added 10, according to AP game logs.
Toronto played shorthanded, missing Brittney Sykes due to a foot injury and Isabelle Harrison due to a knee issue. The depleted roster struggled to protect the basketball against Minnesota’s active defense, committing 24 turnovers that ultimately fueled the Lynx blowout.
Upcoming Schedule and Standings Impact
The Minnesota Lynx return home to host Indiana on Sunday as they look to extend their dominant run. Meanwhile, the Toronto Tempo will travel to face Golden State on Sunday, seeking to snap their five-game skid.
Minnesota maintains its grip on the top of the WNBA standings at 24-6. Toronto sits at 10-18 as the expansion franchise navigates the final stretch of its regular-season schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who led the Minnesota Lynx in scoring against Toronto?
Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles, and Courtney Williams tied for the team lead with 16 points each, according to the Associated Press.
What was the final score of the Lynx vs. Tempo game?
The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Toronto Tempo 104-72 on Thursday night.
Which players were missing for Toronto?
The Tempo played without Brittney Sykes, who was sidelined with a foot injury, and Isabelle Harrison, who missed the game due to a knee injury.
What is the next game for the Minnesota Lynx?
The Lynx return home to host Indiana on Sunday.
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