Lynx Beat Wings as McBride Nets 43, Clinches Playoff

Kayla McBride delivered a historic 43-point, 10-of-14 from three performance to lead the Minnesota Lynx to a 103-90 win over the Dallas Wings, becoming the first player in WNBA history to hit 10 treys in a game as Minnesota also set a franchise single-game 3-point record with 18 makes. The result clinched the Lynx a playoff berth and extended their streak to 12 wins in 13 games, keeping them atop the league standings at 27-7. Olivia Miles added 20 points and 13 assists, while Napheesa Collier contributed 17 points as Minnesota showcased strong offense and improving defense after a recent setback. Dallas saw Paige Bueckers score 23 and rookie Azzi Fudd miss time with knee issues, with Jessica Shepard leaving early due to an ankle injury, as the Wings faced a three-game skid. The performance solidified McBride’s standout season as Minnesota’s veteran core, alongside Miles and Collier, continues to lift the league-leading Lynx.