Overview
- Minnesota beat Dallas 90-86 in Arlington, Texas, on a go-ahead Natasha Howard layup in the final minute despite 27 points from Paige Bueckers.
- Howard led the Lynx with 26 points, and Courtney Williams added 21.
- Kayla McBride hit late free throws to secure the win and finished with 11 points.
- Nia Coffey, listed as questionable with a right shoulder issue before tip, played and posted 13 points and eight rebounds.
- Rookie Emma Cechova left in the third quarter with a non-contact knee injury, creating a fresh depth concern for Minnesota.