Minnesota Lynx Win Game 1 WNBA Semifinals Over Phoenix Mercury

In the WNBA semifinals Game 1, the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Phoenix Mercury 82-69, with standout performances from Courtney Williams who scored 23 points, and Kayla McBride adding 21 points. The Mercury struggled offensively in the second half, shooting just 13% from beyond the arc, which contributed to their 22-point output after halftime. Phoenix's Kahleah Copper led her team with 22 points, while Alyssa Thomas contributed 18 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. The Lynx, known for their strong defense and consistent scoring, capitalized on Phoenix's shooting woes and executed a key late-game run to secure the win. Both teams have competitive regular-season records against each other, with Minnesota holding a 20-4 conference record and Phoenix at 13-11, setting the stage for a closely contested series. Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday night in Minneapolis, where Phoenix aims to regroup and adjust after their Game 1 loss.