Minnesota Lynx Extend WNBA Lead with 83-71 Win Over New York Liberty

The Minnesota Lynx reinforced their status as WNBA championship contenders with an 83-71 victory over the New York Liberty at the Barclays Centre in Brooklyn. The game was closely contested in the first half, but the Lynx pulled away in the third quarter with a 30-point performance that shifted momentum decisively. Key contributors for Minnesota included Dijonai Carrington with 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists, and Kayla McBride who scored 18 points for the visitors. For New York, Natasha Cloud led with 14 points, 5 assists, and 6 rebounds, though the team struggled with discipline and execution as noted by Liberty coach Sandy Brondello. The Lynx now hold a 27-5 record, solidifying their position atop the WNBA standings. Brondello acknowledged Minnesota’s superior play and emphasized the need for her team to improve their composure and strategy moving forward.