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Lynx secure No. 1 seed in 2026 WNBA playoffs after Valkyries' collapse

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 1:19 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Lynx secure No. 1 seed in 2026 WNBA playoffs after Valkyries' collapse
Summary

The Minnesota Lynx clinched the No. 1 seed for the WNBA playoffs on September 23, 2026, following a loss to the Indiana Fever. Despite falling behind by as many as 29 points in the game, the Lynx's playoff position solidified due to the Golden State Valkyries losing in overtime to the Portland Fire. The Lynx will face the New York Liberty in the first round, but their upcoming game against the Fever on Thursday holds little significance for seeding. Star player Olivia Miles is dealing with a calf injury, impacting her participation in the game. The Lynx are looking to bounce back after a disappointing exit in the 2025 playoffs and have been strong contenders throughout the season.

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Key Details
  • •Lynx trailed the Fever by as many as 29 points before losing 96-79.
  • •Golden State's overtime loss allowed the Lynx to secure the top playoff seed.
  • •The Lynx will face the Liberty in the first round of the playoffs.
  • •Olivia Miles' calf injury may limit her participation in the next game.
  • •Lynx look to improve after a disappointing semifinals exit last season.
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  • 1:19 PMCBS Sports — Lynx clinch No. 1 seed, home-court advantage: Minnesota enters 2026 WNBA playoffs as heavy title favorite
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The Lynx, thanks to a Golden State Valkyries collapse, secured the top seed in the WNBA playoffs Tuesday night

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