Lynx maintain strong performance as Liberty face early-season struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026

The Minnesota Lynx continue to perform well in the WNBA, with analysts discussing their effectiveness even without key player Napheesa Collier. In contrast, the New York Liberty are experiencing challenges at the start of the season, raising concerns about their performance. The Indiana Fever's dynamic is also scrutinized following a sideline encounter between Caitlin Clark and coach Stephanie White. The ongoing 2026 Commissioner’s Cup adds another layer to the competitive, highlighting stakes and potential playoff implications.
- •Minnesota Lynx stay competitive without Napheesa Collier
- •New York Liberty struggle in early season
- •Indiana Fever's sideline clash raises questions
- •2026 Commissioner’s Cup is currently underway
- •Impact on playoff standings is under consideration
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA Temperature Check! Can Fever smooth out bumpy start? Lynx are red hot and are Liberty experiencing growing pains?
"Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and ESPN women’s basketball writer Kareem Copeland dish out an early-season temperature check on notable teams in the WNBA. What did Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White’s sideline clash really mean for the Indiana Fever? Can anyone slow down the red-hot Minnesota Lynx? And are the New York Liberty experiencing early-season growing pains?
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