Lynx face Liberty to kick off playoff chase following FIBA break

The Minnesota Lynx return to action on September 15, 2026, against the New York Liberty after a nearly three-week international break. During this hiatus, Lynx forward Napheesa Collier won a gold medal with Team USA at the FIBA World Cup. The Lynx have the chance to secure the No. 1 overall seed in the playoffs. They will need two wins in their remaining games and a loss by the Valkyries to clinch the top position. Following the Liberty game, Minnesota will play at Connecticut and then face the Fever in a home-and-home series next week.

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