Lynx
March 29, 2020
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert

WNBA draft will proceed as scheduled — with adjustments

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the league will do the draft in virtual fashion. No players, guests or media will meet in New York.
Lynx
March 26, 2020

WNBA draft order

The Lynx have the sixth and sixteenth overall picks.
Lynx
March 9, 2020
A judge on Monday overturned the 1997 burglary and assault convictions of a Missouri man, Jonathon Irons, whose case has been championed by Lynx star

Judge overturns convictions of Jonathan Irons -- the man Maya Moore has been working to set free

It's unclear what impact Monday's ruling might have on Moore's playing status in the future, though clearly that's not the most important part of Monday's ruling.
Lynx
March 6, 2020
Seimone Augustus describes 'frustration' and 'disappointment' over not reaching Lynx deal

Seimone Augustus describes 'frustration' and 'disappointment' over not reaching Lynx deal

Seimone Augustus's words were a stark contrast to what was said two weeks ago when it was announced she was leaving the Lynx for the Los Angeles Sparks.
Lynx
March 2, 2020

Lynx re-sign Zandalasini

She missed the 2019 season playing for her national team.
Gophers
February 26, 2020
Rachel Banham hit a three-pointer against the Lynx in 2018.

Homecoming: Lynx make deal for Gophers' all-time leading scorer Banham

After four years of coming off the bench for the Connecticut Sun, Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve sees an expanded role for Rachel Banham in Minnesota. "The opportunity is there," Banham said.
Gophers
February 26, 2020
From Lindsay Whalen to Rachel Banham: A once-a-decade Lynx trade

From Lindsay Whalen to Rachel Banham: A once-a-decade Lynx trade

They are two players whose styles are so distinct from one another that it really doesn't make much sense to compare them. But their paths make them inextricably linked.
Lynx
February 24, 2020
With Seimone Augustus (left) leaving the Lynx for the Los Angeles Sparks, General Manager/coach Cheryl Reeve faces a brave new world of free agency.

Souhan: Lynx lag at rebuilding in WNBA's most dramatic offseason

The Lynx may never be quite the same, unless they can navigate the WNBA's new promising-yet-perilous landscape.
Lynx
February 23, 2020
Seimone Augustus before a game at Target Center last season.

'I can't compare it to anything.' Agony, amazement as Augustus leaves Lynx

The news of Seimone Augustus leaving the Lynx for the Los Angeles Sparks was a story that reached well beyond Minnesota on social media.
Lynx
February 21, 2020
Minnesota Lynx Seimone Augustus during the first day of training camp. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • cgonzalez@startribune.com – Minneapolis, MN &

'The ending is always hard.' After 14 seasons, Augustus leaves Lynx for Los Angeles

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2006 draft was a part of the Lynx's four WNBA title teams. Her departure means that none of the four core players from those title-winners will play for Minnesota in 2020.
Lynx
February 19, 2020
Napheesa Collier shoots while defended by Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker in September.

Lynx's Collier named to U.S. roster for 3x3 Olympic qualifying tournament

Three other WNBA players will join Collier: post Stephanie Dolson of the Chicago Sky, and guards Allisha Gray of the Dallas Wings and Kelsey Plum of the Las Vegas Aces.
Lynx
February 17, 2020
Former Minnesota Lynx guard Danielle Robinson (3) put up shot against Las Vegas last season.

Point guard Robinson leaves Lynx, signs with Las Vegas Aces

Danielle Robinson, a three-time All-Star guard who played for the Lynx the past two seasons, has signed with the Las Vegas Aces as a free agent.
Lynx
February 12, 2020
Rebekkah Brunson, during a news conference in August 2018 following the WNBA season.

Former Lynx star Brunson never thought of coaching, until Reeve called

When Cheryl Reeve called about a coaching opening on the Lynx 2020 staff, Rebekkah Brunson stopped thinking like a player. She knew, she said, this was where her life needed to go.
Lynx
February 11, 2020
Former Lynx forward Rebekkah Brunson, the WNBA's career leading rebounder and the only player who has enough WNBA championship rings for four fingers

Brunson will join Lynx coaching staff after 15-season WNBA career

After a one-season absence and playing for five WNBA title teams, Rebekkah Brunson is returning to the Lynx — this time as an assistant coach.
Gophers
February 2, 2020
Rachel Banham (1) reacted after being fouled in the third quarter. Banham finished with 37 points. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ cgonzalez@startribune.com - March

Scoggins: Banham 'all over the place' as she remembers idol and friend Bryant

The former Gophers star became friends with the late Lakers great.
Lynx
January 28, 2020
Phoenix's DeWanna Bonner (in orange) is a free-agent forward who could interest the Lynx, but they need a point guard more.

Lynx can be aggressive in free agent market if they want to be

WNBA free agency begins Tuesday. The league's new collective bargaining agreement has thrown both a monkey wrench and some extra cash into the equation.
Wolves
January 27, 2020

Lynx's Collier on Bryant and daughter Gigi: 'They were like twins'

"She was just like him,'' said Collier, the WNBA Rookie of the Year last season. "She was more competitive than anyone, even people I play against in the WNBA."
Lynx
January 22, 2020
Minnesota Lynx Maya Moore (23). ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • cgonzalez@startribune.com – May 20, 2018, Minneapolis, MN, Target Center, WNBA, Minn

Lynx facing second season without Moore, who won't return for 2020

Coach Cheryl Reeve said the two sides have been in touch regularly over the past year, but the discussions have been about Maya Moore's work away from basketball.
Lynx
January 22, 2020
Katie Smith with the New York Liberty in 2016. When Smith's head coaching contract was not renewed by the Liberty, Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve immediately

Souhan: New Lynx assistant Smith tasked with keeping Reeve calm

Cheryl Reeve said she used to be a buffer between the head coach and players, including Katie Smith, when she was a WNBA assistant. That'll be part of Smith's role with the Lynx.
Lynx
January 22, 2020
Former New York Liberty head coach Katie Smith is joining the Lynx staff as an assistant.

New Lynx assistant Smith calls return to Minnesota 'a really great fit'

Despite a poor record in her two seasons as head coach of the New York Liberty, Katie Smith's work impressed Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, who was quick to offer her a job.

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