Minnesota Lynx @ Atlanta Dream
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Game Nuggets
- Allisha Gray led all players with 23 PTS (11 REB, 2 AST) for Atlanta Dream. Allisha Gray →
- Atlanta Dream came in 4-1 over their previous 5 games. Atlanta Dream →
- Meeting 3 of the season between these teams — Atlanta Dream was 1-1 in the series before tip-off. Atlanta Dream →
Box Score
Minnesota Lynx
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | MIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natasha Howard | 9 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Napheesa Collier | 17 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 35 |
| Kayla McBride | 17 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 37 |
| Courtney Williams | 11 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 31 |
| Olivia Miles | 21 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Nia Coffey | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 18 |
| Chloe Bibby | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Liatu King | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Anastasiia Olairi Kosu | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Maya Caldwell | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Eliska Joklova | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Atlanta Dream
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | MIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naz Hillmon | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Angel Reese | 15 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 33 |
| Allisha Gray | 23 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 35 |
| Jordin Canada | 16 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 36 |
| Rhyne Howard | 16 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 35 |
| DeWanna Bonner | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| Sika Kone | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Madina Okot | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Shatori Walker-Kimbrough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Te-Hina Paopao | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Isobel Borlase | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
Team Stats
| Team | FG | 3PT | FT | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx | 30-70 | 6-19 | 15-19 | 32 | 17 | 14 | 4 | 11 |
| Atlanta Dream | 33-71 | 13-36 | 10-14 | 37 | 21 | 8 | 3 | 18 |
Game Recap
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Minnesota Lynx 89-81 on August 30, 2026.
Allisha Gray led all scorers for Atlanta with 23 points and added 11 rebounds, providing a strong two-way presence throughout the contest. Jordin Canada complemented her with 16 points and a game-high 10 assists, orchestrating the Dream's offense and helping them secure the win at home. For Minnesota, Olivia Miles was the top scorer with 21 points and 5 rebounds, while Napheesa Collier contributed 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists in a well-rounded effort that ultimately fell short.
This matchup was part of the regular season schedule for both clubs. Atlanta's balanced production from Gray and Canada proved decisive, with Gray's efficiency inside and out paired with Canada's playmaking giving the Dream control of the game. Minnesota's Miles and Collier each did their part offensively, but the Lynx were unable to overcome Atlanta's combined output on both ends of the floor.
The final box score reflected a competitive game decided by execution in key statistical categories, with Atlanta's depth in scoring and assists standing out against Minnesota's more top-heavy production. The Dream improved their standing with the victory, closing out the game on their home floor with a final score of 89-81.
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