The WNBA playoffs have reached the point where it’s no longer a walk in the park – unless that park is filled with elite athletes battling it out for a championship. In this case, it’s the Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun who are ready to lace up for the first game of their best-of-five semifinal series. Both teams obliterated their first-round opponents with ease: the Lynx swept the Phoenix Mercury, while the Sun had no trouble sending the Indiana Fever home. Now, things are about to get real.
How and Where to Watch Connecticut Sun vs. Minnesota Lynx?
If you’re looking for where to catch all the action, ESPN is your destination, with coverage starting at 7:30 PM ET. If you prefer the comfort of your couch and a solid Wi-Fi connection, head over to the Fubo app or website to stream it live. Just make sure your snack game is as strong as Collier’s defense.
Minnesota Lynx: The Quest for Championship #5
Minnesota isn’t just here to participate – they’re here to win, and with four WNBA championships already in the trophy case, they’re looking to add a fifth. You’d think they’d want to share the wealth, but no, they’re in full hoarder mode. They’ve got Napheesa Collier, who’s been putting up playoff numbers that can only be described as video game stats – averaging 40 points per game. Yes, 40. Let that sink in.
Meanwhile, Coach Stephanie White’s Connecticut Sun might not have the same hardware, but they’ve got the grit. Sure, they haven’t won a championship yet, but they’re determined to show that they can hang with the big dogs.
Key Battle: Napheesa Collier vs. DeWanna Bonner
This game will be defined by the clash of two titans: Minnesota’s Napheesa Collier and Connecticut’s DeWanna Bonner. Collier is on fire this postseason, fresh off her WNBA Defensive Player of the Year win, and putting up career-best numbers in rebounds, steals, and blocks. To say she’s in the zone would be an understatement – she’s practically moved in.
On the other side, you’ve got Bonner, the 37-year-old veteran who’s been with the Sun since 2020. She’s laser-focused on helping Connecticut snag their first WNBA title. She’s no stranger to high-stakes games, and if anyone can go toe-to-toe with Collier, it’s Bonner.
Game Preview
These two squads met three times in the regular season, with Connecticut taking two of those matchups. But don’t let that fool you – Minnesota’s got home-court advantage, and they’ll host Games 1 and 2 at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The series then shifts to Connecticut for Games 3 and 4, with a potential Game 5 back in Minnesota if it goes the distance.
The stakes are high, as the winner of this series will face either the top-seeded New York Liberty or the reigning champs, Las Vegas Aces, in the WNBA Finals. No pressure, right?
Prediction: Collier’s Defense vs. Bonner’s Experience
Connecticut may have won the regular season series, but with Collier playing at a different level, Minnesota could have the edge. Bonner will no doubt bring her A-game, but if Collier keeps up this defensive onslaught, the Sun might just get eclipsed. Either way, buckle up – this series is going to be a rollercoaster.