Minnesota Lynx extend winning streak to 10 games ahead of Sparks matchup

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.

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