Lynx's Napheesa Collier Achieves Historic 50-40-90 Season, Secures No.1 WNBA Seed

Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx has completed one of the most remarkable seasons in WNBA history by joining the exclusive 50-40-90 club, achieving shooting splits of 53.1% from the field, 40.3% from three-point range, and 90.6% from the free-throw line while averaging over 20 points per game. She is only the second WNBA player to reach these efficiency benchmarks for a full season, following Elena Delle Donne, and the first to do so while maintaining such a high scoring average. Collier's performance has propelled the Lynx to the top seed with a 34-10 record heading into the playoffs, aiming to secure the franchise's fifth championship. Coach Cheryl Reeve noted the rarity and significance of Collier's achievement, drawing comparisons to elite NBA players who have reached similar milestones. Despite missing games due to injury, Collier's consistent scoring, rebounding, and defensive contributions have solidified her status as an MVP contender. Her historic season places her among the greatest players in basketball history and sets high expectations for her postseason success.