Minnesota Lynx aim for top seed in upcoming Fever doubleheader
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Minnesota Lynx prepare for a crucial stretch of games against the Indiana Fever in the WNBA. Currently holding a league-best record of 31-9, the Lynx require two wins in their final games to secure the No. 1 seed for the playoffs. Minnesota's next challenge is a key matchup against the New York Liberty on Friday, followed by an away game against the Fever on September 22 and a home game on September 24. Minnesota's players return from the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup break, needing to navigate a tough schedule to maintain their position atop the standings.
- •Minnesota Lynx hold a 31-9 record heading into final games.
- •Lynx must defeat Fever twice to guarantee No. 1 seed.
- •Upcoming games include a match against New York Liberty on Friday.
- •Lynx struggling on a two-game losing streak before playoff push.
- •Caitlin Clark leads a potent Fever offense averaging 97 points per game.
- 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Why Fever-Lynx doubleheader could decide WNBA’s No. 1 seed
"The Lynx need two wins to secure the WNBA’s No. 1 seed, but a dangerous closing doubleheader against Caitlin Clark and the Fever could change everything.
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