Minnesota Lynx host Portland Fire seeking sixth straight home win

Minnesota Lynx (10-3, 6-1 Western Conference) face the Portland Fire (7-8, 1-4 Western Conference) on Monday at 8 p.m. EDT in Minneapolis. The Lynx aim to extend their five-game home winning streak. Minnesota leads the WNBA in rebounds per game, averaging 37.5, while Portland struggles with a 1-4 record against Western Conference teams. The matchup marks the first meeting of the season between the two teams. Key performers include Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard for the Lynx, and Carla Leite and Megan Gustafson for the Fire. Injuries include Napheesa Collier and Dorka Juhasz for the Lynx, and Nyadiew Puoch for the Fire.

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