The Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever face off Thursday night in what will be their final WNBA regular-season meeting before the playoffs begin Sunday. The Lynx, already secured as the No. 1 seed, will host the Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis at 8 p.m. ET.
Minnesota comes into the game after a tough loss in their first matchup of this double-header on Tuesday, which took place in Indianapolis. Despite that setback, the Lynx have locked in home-court advantage for the postseason. Napheesa Collier leads the charge for Minnesota, with hopes high that she can steer her team to a WNBA championship after several seasons of strong playoff runs.
The Fever are aiming to build momentum after their recent win over the Lynx, where Indiana’s offense finally clicked. Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aliyah Boston combined to score 64 of the Fever’s 96 points in that game, showcasing a potent attack that could trouble Minnesota’s defense again. Clark’s impact has drawn attention as she continues to establish herself as one of the league’s standout players this season.
The game will be nationally televised on USA Network, providing broad access to fans eager to catch this late regular-season contest. Those without cable can stream the matchup live through DIRECTV, which offers a free trial for new users.
Both teams have different stakes heading into the playoffs. Minnesota’s positioning as the top seed gives them a strategic advantage, but the Fever’s recent offensive surge suggests they could be a threat in the first round. The Lynx will look to bounce back from their recent loss and finalize their regular season on a high note in front of their home crowd.
The Fever, meanwhile, want to confirm their playoff status and carry the confidence of a strong offensive showing into the postseason. The matchup could serve as a preview of a potential playoff encounter, raising the stakes for both sides.
This Thursday’s game kicks off at 8 p.m. ET at the Target Center. Fans can tune in to USA Network or stream via DIRECTV to watch Caitlin Clark and the Fever take on Napheesa Collier and the Lynx one last time before the WNBA playoffs get underway.
According to Yahoo Sports.