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How Napheesa Collier's WNBA return will impact the Lynx

Napheesa Collier has returned to the Minnesota Lynx, leading the team to a victory over the Storm and the league's best record at the All-Star break.

By · Published July 24, 2026  16:47 UTC · Updated July 25, 2026  03:30 UTC

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Napheesa Collier made her WNBA season debut, scoring 24 points and achieving a double-double in the Lynx's victory over the Storm. The Lynx secured the best record in the league at the All-Star break following the win.

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  • Primary Driver: Napheesa Collier has returned to the Minnesota Lynx, leading the team to a victory over the Storm and the league's best record at the All-Star break.
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Collier recorded a double-double with 24 points, contributing to an 86-76 Lynx victory. Coverage from CBS News, USA Today, MPR News, and the Star Tribune emphasizes that the win gives the Lynx the best record heading into the WNBA All-Star break.

Other reports from ESPN, The New York Times, and Yahoo Sports tracked her status as 'probable' leading up to the matinee game following a hiatus of nearly 300 days. Following the victory, the Lynx enter the All-Star break.

Future focus remains on Collier's integration into the lineup as she shakes off rust from her injury recovery.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: unsupported claims removed (83% supported) Updated 91d ago.

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How did Napheesa Collier perform in her season debut?

Collier recorded a double-double and scored 24 points in the Lynx's 86-76 win over the Storm.

Why was Collier absent from the season thus far?

She was recovering from an ankle injury, leading to an injury hiatus of nearly 300 days according to USA Today.

What is the Minnesota Lynx's current standing?

According to CBS News and MPR News, the Lynx hold the best record at the WNBA All-Star break.

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