NBA W
Saturday, July 11, 2026 • Target Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx W | 17 | 25 | 19 | 29 | 90 |
| New York Liberty W | 13 | 19 | 30 | 23 | 85 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Minnesota Lynx W | New York Liberty W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 15/41 | 19/37 |
| 3-Pointers | 14/28 | 13/38 |
| Free Throws | 18/23 | 8/9 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 34 |
| Assists | 18 | 20 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 14 |
Game Recap
The Minnesota Lynx defeated the New York Liberty 90-85, closing out a competitive game with stronger late execution and enough perimeter scoring to hold off New York. Although the provided team-stat totals show Minnesota with 62 points and New York with 59, the listed final score was 90-85 in favor of the Lynx, and the recap is based on that final result.
Key Takeaways
- →The New York Liberty W have a superior Net Rating of 8
- →The Minnesota Lynx, with a slightly better record and home advantage, are favored
- →The Minnesota Lynx have a slight edge due to their superior home performance and better rest with 4 days compared to New York's 3
- →Both teams are healthy, but the Minnesota Lynx's slightly better overall record and home performance give them a slight edge
- →The Minnesota Lynx have a slight edge due to their superior defensive rating and home court advantage