Minnesota Lynx 86, Indiana Fever 80

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis – The Minnesota Lynx ended a two-game losing streak. They won 86–80 against the Indiana Fever on Friday night, August 22, 2025.

Game Recap Following two losses in New York and Atlanta, the Lynx (29–7) bounced back. They outscored the Fever by twelve points in the paint and took control of the boards late in the game. Minnesota was up by 11 in the fourth quarter. Then, Indiana made a late push. However, the Lynx stayed strong at the free-throw line and secured the win. The Fever drop to 19–17. They stay in a risky spot on the Eastern Conference playoff bubble.

Key Performers

• Minnesota Lynx:/strong>: Napheesa Collier had a standout game, scoring the highest points. She’s keeping her MVP hopes alive for the Lynx. Veteran guard Courtney Williams scored key mid-range shots in the fourth quarter. Meanwhile, Aliyah Boston ruled the boards, ending with double-digit rebounds.
• Indiana Fever:/strong>: Kelsey Mitchell led the home team with her quick release, scoring over 20 points. Rookie point guard Teaira McCowan sparked the bench with crucial defensive stops. Veteran Natasha Howard also played a key role, adding a block and several steals to help Indiana’s late push.

Turning Point In the fourth quarter, with Minnesota up 74–69, Collier scored an and-one. She also drew a technical foul on Fever coach Stephanie White. This changed the momentum back to the Lynx. Minnesota then reeled off an 8–2 run over three minutes, effectively putting the game out of reach.

**Standings Implications** Minnesota’s win keeps their two-game lead at the top of the Western Conference. They have also secured a playoff spot. Indiana is one game above .500 in the East. They will host Connecticut on Sunday to keep their postseason hopes alive.

Up Next

• Lynx return home to face the Seattle Storm on Sunday, August 24, at 7:00 p.m. CT (CBSSN).
• The Fever host the Connecticut Sun at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday, August 24, at 3:30 p.m. ET (WNBA League Pass).