Connecticut Sun edged the Minnesota Lynx 90-89 in the Women’s National Basketball Association on Monday, July 6, with Brittney Griner proving the decisive figure after a 29-point, 10-rebound display in a one-point result that hinged on late execution at Target Center.
This was a fixture that never drifted far from either side. Connecticut set the early tone with a 25-point opening quarter and carried that edge through much of the night, taking period margins of 25-22 and 23-22 to hold a 48-44 lead at the break. Minnesota stayed in touch by matching the Sun’s physicality and keeping the ball moving, but the visitors were the cleaner attacking side for long stretches, shooting 50.0 percent from the floor.
The third quarter offered little separation, both teams posting 22 points, which left the Lynx needing a final push on their home court. They found it in the fourth, where Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams helped lift Minnesota with sharper half-court possession and timely perimeter shooting. The Lynx won the last quarter 23-20, but Connecticut had done just enough earlier in the contest to preserve the narrowest of leads.
Griner was central to that outcome. The Sun center combined interior finishing with a commanding rebounding presence, and her efficiency around the basket gave Connecticut a dependable option whenever Minnesota threatened to swing momentum. Connecticut also benefited from balanced creation, with Charlisse Leger-Walker handing out five assists as the visitors finished with 21 as a team.
Minnesota had plenty of reasons to feel they could take the result. McBride poured in 28 points and gave the Lynx a sustained scoring outlet, while Williams turned in an all-around display with 23 points, nine rebounds, six assists and three steals. The Lynx also converted 17 of 19 free throws and shared the ball effectively with 24 assists, but their 43.7 percent shooting from the floor left them with too much ground to make up in a one-possession finish.
Key performers
Connecticut Sun: Brittney Griner led the way with 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Charlisse Leger-Walker added five assists to help organize the attack.
Minnesota Lynx: Kayla McBride scored 28 points, and Courtney Williams delivered 23 points, nine rebounds and six assists in a strong all-around performance.
NerdSports Stat: Connecticut made two more field goals than Minnesota and shot 50.0 percent to the Lynx’s 43.7 percent, a finishing edge that proved just enough to overcome identical rebound totals and Minnesota’s better free-throw accuracy.
In table terms, this was a notable road result for Connecticut, who improved to 5-16 and claimed a valuable confidence boost against a Minnesota side that slipped to 15-6. The Lynx remain firmly in the upper part of the standings, but this fixture was a reminder that small margins can reshape a night. Both managers will now turn quickly to the next stretch of league action after an absorbing contest in Minneapolis.
Frequently Asked Questions
No goal scorers were recorded in the available match data for this Women’s National Basketball Association fixture.
Minnesota Lynx 89 – 90 Connecticut Sun.
Minnesota Lynx fell to 15-6 but remain among the stronger sides in the standings, while Connecticut Sun improved to 5-16 with an important road victory.
Brittney Griner was the standout performer with 29 points and 10 rebounds for Connecticut Sun.
