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Lynx play without Courtney Williams against Valkyries due to injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Lynx play without Courtney Williams against Valkyries due to injury

Summary

The Minnesota Lynx face the Golden State Valkyries at Target Center without Courtney Williams, who is out with a foot injury. This marks the first game Williams has missed due to injury in 11 years, significantly impacting the team's performance in this key matchup between the top two teams in the league. Napheesa Collier acknowledged the void left by Williams, emphasizing her energy and leadership on the court. As of now, the Lynx are trailing in the fourth quarter, putting their six-game winning streak at risk.

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Status Watch

•Courtney Williams is sidelined with a foot injury.
•This is her first injury-related game missed in 11 years.
•Napheesa Collier comments on Williams' impact before the game.
•Lynx are trailing Valkyries in the fourth quarter.
•Lynx aim to protect a six-game winning streak.

Latest Updates

2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Lynx news: Napheesa Collier gets real about playing without Courtney Williams

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Lynx were without one of their ace players in their marquee matchup with the Golden State Valkyries at Target Center on Monday, as Courtney Williams was sidelined by a foot injury . Losing Williams gave the Lynx a real handicap, especially in a battle between the top two teams in the league. The 32-year-old guard is averaging […] The post Lynx news: Napheesa Collier gets real about playing without Courtney Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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