Preview: The Lynx, one of two undefeated teams in the league at 5-0, put their 3-0 road record on the line against a New York Liberty team that has won three straight vs. Minnesota, last losing to the Lynx in 2014. New York started the season 2-0 but has lost consecutive overtime games — both at home — to Los Angeles and Atlanta, teams with a combined 10-1 record.
Players to watch: Lynx F Maya Moore scored only nine points Friday vs. Indiana but had eight assists and was a remarkable plus-28 in less than 25 minutes. Backup F Natasha Howard scored 11 points on 5-for-5 shooting vs. the Fever. New York is led by F Tina Charles, averaging 23.5 points and 12.0 rebounds. Former Lynx player Lindsey Harding, out of the league last season, started the past two games at PG, and former Lynx G Sugar Rogers is averaging 16.5 points. Former Gopher Amanda Zahui B, is a reserve.
Injuries: The Lynx report no injuries. Liberty G Epiphanny Prince (knee) is out.
KENT YOUNGBLOOD
