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Lynx Roar and Aces Soar: WNBA Playoffs Heat Up!

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Catch the latest in the WNBA playoffs as the Minnesota Lynx take a commanding 2-1 lead over the Connecticut Sun, while the Aces fight back against the Liberty to stay in the game!

The WNBA playoffs are heating up, and the excitement is palpable as the Minnesota Lynx took a commanding 2-1 lead in their semifinal series against the Connecticut Sun. In an electrifying Game 3, Napheesa Collier displayed her prowess on the court, scoring an impressive 26 points while leading her team to a 90-81 victory. With this win, the Lynx are just one win away from clinching a spot in the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2017. Fans are on the edge of their seats, as the stakes couldn't be higher for both teams!

Meanwhile, the defending champions, the Las Vegas Aces, managed to avert a sweep against the New York Liberty in their own playoff clash. After an invigorating 17-2 run that closed out the third quarter, the Aces energized the sold-out Michelob Ultra Arena crowd, reestablishing their competitive edge. This spirited surge was crucial, allowing the Aces to secure a much-needed Game 3 win, keeping them in the contest as they strive to defend their title.

Caitlin Clark's influence continues to be felt throughout the league as well, with her recent accomplishment of being named the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year. Her effervescent on-court presence has cast a long shadow over women's basketball, significantly elevating interest and attendance in the league. Coupled with the competitive spirit of teams like the Lynx and Aces, the WNBA is enjoying a renaissance fueled by talent and a deepening fanbase.

Fans are now eagerly looking forward to Game 4, where the Lynx can potentially secure their spot in the finals, and the Aces aim to continue their road to redemption. As the playoffs unfold, one thing is clear: this year's WNBA postseason is a blockbuster spectacle that showcases the incredible talent of female athletes. Did you know that before Napheesa Collier was a WNBA star, she was the 2019 National Champion at UConn? That’s just a glimpse of the immense talent pouring into the league! Furthermore, the WNBA has seen its viewership increase by over 40% this past season, highlighting just how passionate fans are about women’s basketball now more than ever!

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WNBA playoffs Game 3: Lynx cruise past Sun in Connecticut for 2-1 ... (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and had plenty of help from her teammates as the Lynx moved within one game of their first WNBA Finals appearance since ...

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WNBA playoffs: Lynx take Game 3 over Sun for 2-1 series lead ... (Yahoo Sports)

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points for the Minnesota Lynx, who are one win away from the WNBA Finals after defeating the Connecticut Sun in Game 3 of their ...

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Aces avoid sweep vs. Liberty with Game 3 surge in WNBA playoffs (Yahoo Sports)

All it took was a 17-2 run to end the third quarter and energize a sold-out Michelob Ultra Arena crowd. After an impossibly close first half, in which neither ...

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Minnesota Lynx cruise to Game 3 win vs. Connecticut Sun, close in ... (USA TODAY)

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun in Game 3 of their WNBA playoff series, can can clinch a WNBA Finals appearance on Sunday.

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Napheesa Collier, Lynx win Game 3 over Sun in WNBA playoffs ... (ESPN)

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Lynx beat the Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinal series. Game 4 is Sunday, when a win for ...

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The 'Caitlin Clark' effect and the rise of the WNBA (The Washington Post)

Caitlin Clark transformed women's college basketball. Has she had the same effect on the WNBA? Today: the hype around women's basketball, and what it could ...

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WNBA playoffs: Defending champs Las Vegas throttle New York to ... (The Guardian)

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points as the Lynx beat the Sun 90-81 on Friday night to take a 2-1 advantage in a best-of-five WNBA semi-final matchup.

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Caitlin Clark named 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year - ESPN 98.1 ... (WRUF)

The Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was named the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, receiving 66 votes out of 67.

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Liberty Looks to Sweep Aces at Home in WNBA Semifinals Game 3 (Just Women's Sports)

Defending champs Las Vegas​ will attempt to stave off a sweep in tonight's 2024 WNBA semifinals Game 3 after going 0-2 in New York.

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How to Watch the WNBA Playoffs Today | Oct. 4 (Americus Times-Recorder)

The WNBA playoff lineup today, including the New York Liberty against the Las Vegas Aces — one of two matchups — looks very exciting.

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Tiffany Hayes de las Aces, gana premio a Sexta Jugadora del Año ... (ESPN Deportes)

La base de Las Vegas Aces, Tiffany Hayes, recibió el viernes el premio a la Sexta Jugadora del Año de la WNBA, anunció la liga.

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WNBA playoffs: Aces avoid sweep vs. Liberty with Game 3 blowout (Yahoo Sports)

All it took was a 17-2 run to end the third quarter and energize a sold-out Michelob Ultra Arena crowd. After a close first half, in which neither team built a ...

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CT Sun fall to Minnesota Lynx, are 1 loss away from WNBA playoff exit (CT Insider)

Napheesa Collier had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Minnesota Lynx took a 2-1 series lead with a 90-81 win over the Connecticut Sun.

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Napheesa Collier, Lynx best Sun in Game 3 of WNBA playoffs - ESPN (ESPN)

Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Lynx beat the Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinal series. Game 4 is Sunday, when a win for ...

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WNBA Playoff Bracket 2024: Updated Picture After Aces, Lynx Wins (Bleacher Report)

The WNBA semifinals continued Friday with Game 3 of both series going down. In the opener, Napheesa Collier posted 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the…

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Aces end 5-game slide to Liberty to avoid sweep in Game 3 - ESPN (ESPN)

The Aces got their first win against the Liberty this season and staved off elimination, thanks in large part to their defense holding Sabrina Ionescu to ...

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Clark near-unanimous choice as WNBA's Rookie of the Year - The ... (Greenfield Daily Reporter)

NEW YORK (AP) — Caitlin Clark has been named the WNBA Rookie of the Year in a near-unanimous vote, giving the Indiana Fever back-to-back winners after ...

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WNBA playoffs 2024: Best of the semifinal round (USA TODAY)

Game 3: The Las Vegas Aces' Kelsey Plum (10) is fouled as she drives to the basket against the New York Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu. The Aces won the game, ...

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Caitlin Clark Wins 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year (Just Women's Sports)

Caitlin Clark's 2024 nod gives the Indiana Fever back-to-back Rookie of the Year awards, after Aliyah Boston's unanimous 2023 win.

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WNBA Playoffs: Las Vegas Aces stave off elimination and keep ... (CNN)

As the WNBA season hurtles towards its conclusion and four teams compete for a spot in the finals, the Las Vegas Aces staved off elimination with a win ...

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Here are five concerns about the Mystics after the 2024 WNBA season (Bullets Forever)

Julie Vanloo, Ariel Atkins and Brittney Sykes all averaged over 2 turnovers per game, with Vanloo having a turnover rate of 24.6 percent. Sykes' and Atkins' ...

Saturday Sports: MLB and WNBA playoff predictions (NPR)

NPR's Scott Simon and Meadowlark Media's Howard Bryant discuss MLB and WNBA playoffs.

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How Ellie the Elephant is bringing new fans to the WNBA (CNN)

The recent spotlight on the New York Liberty's mascot might seem unusual. But Ellie, with her riveting halftime performances and larger-than-life-persona, ...

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