Thu May 22 01:40:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 89-75, improving their record to 2-0. Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 23 points, while Alanna Smith added 18. Courtney Williams contributed 13 points and 10 assists, and Jessica Shepard had a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Azura Stevens led the Sparks with 21 points. A key 9-0 run in the second half gave the Lynx the lead for good, and they sealed the victory with an 11-0 run late in the game. The Lynx will now face the Dallas Wings in their home opener, while the Sparks will visit Phoenix.

**News Article:**

**Lynx Dominate Sparks in 89-75 Victory, Move to 2-0**

LOS ANGELES – The Minnesota Lynx continued their winning streak on Sunday, defeating the Los Angeles Sparks 89-75 in a decisive victory. Napheesa Collier led the charge with 23 points, supported by Alanna Smith’s 18 points.

The game remained close until a pivotal 9-0 run early in the second half gave the Lynx a lead they would not relinquish. Courtney Williams’ three-pointer ignited the run, putting Minnesota ahead 49-47.

While Kelsey Plum attempted to rally the Sparks, cutting the deficit to 75-70 late in the fourth quarter, the Lynx responded with an 11-0 run, putting the game out of reach. Karlie Samuelsson and Alanna Smith each hit critical three-pointers during the surge, while the Sparks went scoreless for over five and a half minutes.

In addition to Collier and Smith’s contributions, Courtney Williams finished with 13 points and 10 assists, and Jessica Shepard recorded a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Azura Stevens led the Sparks with 21 points, followed by Dearica Hamby’s 20 points and 10 rebounds. Kelsey Plum ended the night with 18 points and 5 assists.

The Lynx will look to continue their momentum in their home opener on Wednesday against Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings. The Sparks, on the other hand, will travel to Phoenix to face the Mercury the same day.

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