How Napheesa Collier's WNBA return will impact the Lynx
Napheesa Collier has returned to the Minnesota Lynx lineup following a nearly 300-day injury hiatus.
Coverage (9)
- Napheesa Collier’s season debut was an instant reminder of the impact she’s going to make for the Minnesota Lynx Yahoo Sports · 56d ago
- Collier scores 24 points in her return, Lynx top Storm 86-76 for best record at WNBA All-Star break CBS News · 56d ago
- Collier scores 24 points in her return, Lynx top Storm 86-76 for best record at WNBA All-Star break MPR News · 56d ago
- Napheesa Collier Reportedly Set for 2026 WNBA Season Debut After Ankle Injury Recovery Bleacher Report · 56d ago
- Lynx star Napheesa Collier to make WNBA season debut after nearly 300-day injury hiatus USA Today · 56d ago
- Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier 'probable' to make season debut in Seattle Star Tribune · 56d ago
- Napheesa Collier to reportedly make her 2026 debut for Lynx on Wednesday vs. Storm Yahoo Sports · 56d ago
- Lynx star Collier probable to make season debut Wed. vs. Storm ESPN · 56d ago
- How Napheesa Collier's WNBA return will impact the Lynx ESPN · 56d ago
The brief
Napheesa Collier made her 2026 WNBA season debut during a game against the Seattle Storm. She recorded 24 points in the contest, which resulted in an 86-76 victory for the Minnesota Lynx.
Reports highlight that the win secures the Minnesota Lynx the best record heading into the WNBA All-Star break. Future developments will depend on how the team maintains its current performance level following the break.
Coverage does not yet specify the long-term status of her health or how her presence will influence upcoming scheduling.
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Quick answers
How many points did Napheesa Collier score in her debut?
She scored 24 points.
How long was Collier sidelined?
She was out for nearly 300 days following an ankle injury.
What is the status of the Minnesota Lynx record?
The team holds the best record in the WNBA as of the All-Star break.
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