Lynx trail Liberty 91-75 in Game 1 of playoff series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Minnesota Lynx lost 91-75 to the New York Liberty in Game 1 of their best-of-three playoff series at Target Center. Breanna Stewart led the Liberty with 34 points, while Olivia Miles struggled in her playoff debut, scoring just 11 points. The Lynx held a four-point halftime lead but were outscored 51-31 in the second half. They must win on Tuesday at Barclays Center to avoid elimination and force a Game 3 back in Minneapolis on Thursday.
- •Game 1 took place on September 27 at Target Center.
- •Lynx scored 31 points in the second half compared to Liberty's 51.
- •Lynx must win Game 2 on September 29 at Barclays Center.
- •Stewart recorded 34 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists.
- •Lynx led at halftime but struggled in the second half.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Miles struggles in playoff debut, Lynx blown out in Game 1 against Liberty
"The Lynx must now win in Brooklyn on Tuesday to keep their season alive and force a Game 3.
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