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Lynx Re-Sign Napheesa Collier to One-Year $1.4 Million Supermax

The one-year pact positions her to reach 2027 free agency under the new CBA without a core tag.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 01: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx walks off the court after the game against the Dallas Wings at Target Center on September 01, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Lynx defeated the Wings 96-71. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Jul 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) shoots the ball against Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25)during the second half at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 01: Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx walks off the floor after the game against the Dallas Wings at Target Center on September 01, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Lynx defeated the Wings 96-71. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Overview

  • At a Friday team news conference, Collier said she is working to return "soon" as she continues rehab and appeared with a boot and crutches.
  • The contract is a one-year, $1.4 million supermax, and under the new labor deal she will be an unrestricted free agent in 2027 who cannot be cored.
  • Collier had surgery on both ankles in January after injuries in last season’s semifinals, and multiple reports say she is expected to miss the start of the season.
  • Minnesota’s roster shifted this offseason with departures of Bridget Carleton, Natisha Hiedeman, Jessica Shepard, Alanna Smith and DiJonai Carrington, while the team brought back Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams and drafted Olivia Miles at No. 2.
  • Collier becomes the third player to secure a supermax under the new agreement, joining A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Mitchell, after a 2025 season that included a 50-40-90 shooting line and a second straight runner-up finish in MVP voting.