Minnesota Lynx extend winning streak to 10 games ahead of Sparks matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Minnesota Lynx carry a 10-game winning streak into their Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Sparks. The streak includes a previous victory over the Sparks, where Kayla McBride scored 24 points. The Lynx have demonstrated strong offensive performance, achieving an offensive rating of 120.2 during this stretch, although concerns about defensive slippage are emerging. Minnesota has managed to outscore opponents by an average of 9.2 points per game but has seen a decline in defensive rating lately. The outcome of the upcoming game against the Sparks may indicate whether the Lynx will address these defensive issues.
- •Minnesota resumes play tonight against Los Angeles Sparks at 9 p.m. ET.
- •The Lynx previously defeated the Sparks during the current winning streak.
- •Kayla McBride leads the Lynx with impressive scoring amid offensive success.
- •Despite the streak, the Lynx's defensive rating has worsened recently.
- •The team is currently the best 3-point shooting unit in the league.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA gameday discussion: Has the Minnesota Lynx’s 10-game winning streak masked a potential problem?
"The Lynx have won 10 games in a row, despite slippage on the defensive end.
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