Napheesa Collier returns to practice with Minnesota Lynx
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:52 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Napheesa Collier has returned to practice with the Minnesota Lynx after missing the start of the 2026 WNBA season due to offseason ankle surgeries. The Lynx hold a 15-4 record and are currently performing well without Collier's contributions. She is expected to enhance the team's already strong roster, which includes veterans like Natasha Howard and rookie Olivia Miles. The team has not yet provided a timetable for Collier's return to game action, promising further updates on her rehabilitation. After being a top contender in the MVP race and earning multiple All-Star selections, Collier's return could significantly impact the Lynx's championship aspirations.
- •Minnesota Lynx are 15-4 in the WNBA season.
- •Collier returned to practice on July 1, 2026.
- •She missed the start of the season due to ankle surgeries.
- •Rookie Olivia Miles averages 18.7 points per game.
- •Lynx to provide updates on Collier's rehabilitation.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Napheesa Collier 'feels good' to be back at practice after ankle surgeries
- 5:14 PMESPN WNBA — Collier back, on track to boost Miles, Lynx
- 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — Lynx star Napheesa Collier returns to practice after missing start of 2026 season after offseason ankle surgeries
"Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier has returned to team practice and activities, keeping her recovery progression from surgeries on both ankles on track as expected.
"Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier returned to practice this week as she recovers from double ankle surgery.
"The Lynx have excelled while star Napheesa Collier has been sidelined this season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 11:56 PMNapheesa Collier 'feels good' to be back at practice after ankle surgeries
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier returned to practice this week as she recovers from double ankle surgery.
- ESPN WNBAJul 1, 2026, 5:14 PMCollier back, on track to boost Miles, Lynx
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier has returned to team practice and activities, keeping her recovery progression from surgeries on both ankles on track as expected.
- Yahoo SportsJul 1, 2026, 3:52 PMLynx star Napheesa Collier returns to practice after missing start of 2026 season after offseason ankle surgeries
The Lynx have excelled while star Napheesa Collier has been sidelined this season.
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