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Kayla McBride shines in historic game as Lynx defeat Wings

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Kayla McBride shines in historic game as Lynx defeat Wings

Summary

Kayla McBride scored a record 43 points for the Minnesota Lynx in a 103-90 victory over the Dallas Wings on August 9, 2026. McBride made ten three-pointers, achieving a WNBA record for the most in a single game. Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve praised McBride's performance, declaring her an All-WNBA player despite her absence from the All-Star game. McBride's achievement also moved her past Seimone Augustus and Lauren Jackson on the all-time scoring list. The Lynx, now 27-7, look to continue their winning streak against the Portland Fire on August 12.

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Status Watch

•Lynx won 103-90 against the Wings on August 9, 2026.
•Kayla McBride scored 43 points, setting a WNBA record with 10 three-pointers.
•Cheryl Reeve called McBride an All-WNBA player, criticizing her All-Star omission.
•McBride surpassed Seimone Augustus on the all-time scoring list.
•Lynx have won 12 of their last 13 games.

Latest Updates

5:28 AMYahoo Sports — “Disgraceful”: Cheryl Reeve Offers No Filter Over Kayla McBride’s WNBA All-Star Snub After Her Historic Performance Against Paige Bueckers
11:13 PMYahoo Sports — Lynx’s Cheryl Reeve delivers All-WNBA statement for Kayla McBride after historic game vs. Wings

What they're saying

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Kayla McBride didn’t make the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game roster. However, Minnesota Lynx vet’s historic outing against the Dallas Wings on August 9 has convinced Cheryl Reeve that McBride deserved a spot.
— Yahoo Sports