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Minnesota Lynx continue winning streak; Chicago Sky claim first clutch victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:16 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Minnesota Lynx continue winning streak; Chicago Sky claim first clutch victory

Summary

The Minnesota Lynx have secured a franchise-record 10 consecutive wins in the WNBA, maintaining their position atop the standings. Rookie Sydney Taylor led the Chicago Sky to their first victory in a one-possession game this season, hitting a buzzer-beater against the Las Vegas Aces. The Lynx's recent success comes despite lingering defensive concerns, while Chicago seeks to build on their newfound clutch performance. Minnesota, now four games clear of the Aces, looks to strengthen their playoff positioning amid a challenging schedule.

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By the Numbers

•Minnesota Lynx have won 10 consecutive games in WNBA history.
•Lynx are four games ahead of Las Vegas for the No. 1 seed.
•Sydney Taylor's buzzer-beater secured Chicago Sky's first clutch victory of the season.
•Napheesa Collier shows improved form, contributing significantly to Minnesota's success.
•Lynx face a tough remaining schedule with only three games outside the playoff picture.

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What they're saying

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The Chicago Sky might have had a breakthrough Saturday against the Las Vegas Aces. The Sky have been one of the least clutch teams over the past two seasons. They lost all of their one-possession games and overtime games (an agonizing six in 2026) under coach Tyler Marsh entering Saturday’s contest, and it wasn’t just bad luck. They were committing a long list of time-and-score errors down the stretch, highlighted by blowing an 8-point lead in the final minute of regulation to the New York Liber
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