Smith's Lynx are rolling to start the season, go 3-0

• Minnesota Lynx unbeaten after three games to start the 2025 WNBA season
• Australian Alanna Smith had 13 points on 5-from-9 from the field against the Dallas Wings
• Lynx star Napheesa Collier has been dominant

Minnesota Lynx (3-0) defeated Dallas Wings (0-3) 85-81 at Target Center on Thursday, May 22, 2025.

Lynx star Napheesa Collier's 28-point performance — supported by Australian Opals centre Alanna Smith's 13-point and six boards outing — maintained Minnesota's perfect start to the season while the Wings remained winless.

Key Details

• Result: Minnesota Lynx 85 def. Dallas Wings 81
• When: May 22, 2025
• Where: Target Center, Minnesota
• Standings: Lynx (#1) | Wings (#12)

By the Numbers

• Napheesa Collier (Lynx) starred with 28 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block in 37 minutes.
• Arike Ogunbowale (Wings) scored 21 points, and had two rebounds, five assists, and two steals in 35 minutes.

What Happened

The Lynx established an advantage early, leading 21-18 after the first quarter before extending their margin to 47-40 by halftime.

Their balanced offense and strong interior presence gave them control throughout the first three quarters, building a commanding 70-62 lead heading into the final period.

Despite trailing for most of the game, the Wings made a spirited comeback attempt in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Lynx 19-15. Ogunbowale's five three-pointers kept Dallas within striking distance, but they couldn't overcome Minnesota's early advantage.

Collier delivered a stellar performance, shooting an efficient 8-from-13 from the field and converting all 12 of her free throw attempts. Her perfect night from the charity stripe proved decisive in maintaining Minnesota's lead during Dallas' late push.

Courtney Williams added 13 points and seven assists for the Lynx, while Smith contributed 13 points and six rebounds.

The Lynx's superior shooting efficiency made the difference as they connected on 47.5 percent (28-from-59) of their field goal attempts compared to Dallas' 40.8 percent (29-from-71).

Minnesota also dominated the glass, out-rebounding the Wings 43-27, with Jessica Shepard grabbing 10 boards off the bench in just 19 minutes. Natisha Hiedeman provided a spark from the bench with 10 points and eight assists.

Minnesota's third consecutive victory strengthens their position atop the WNBA standings with a perfect 3-0 record. The Dallas Wings, meanwhile, remain winless at 0-3, placing them at the bottom of the standings and facing mounting pressure to secure their first win of the season.