Dearica Hamby led the Sparks with 17 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome Minnesota's strong shooting and smothering defense.
Offensive struggles and a 25-point clinic by Napheesa Collier helped Minnesota beat the Sparks 86-62 on Wednesday. Collier made 10 of 15 from the field, 4 of 5 from the free-throw line and added two steals while Kayla McBride put up 13 points, three rebounds and three assists. The game was altered by foul trouble for the Sparks and Lynx, who put up 20 and 18, respectively. Dearica Hamby led the Sparks with 17 points and 11 rebounds for her fifth double-double of the season.
After an 11-0 run by Minnesota to open the contest, the Sparks couldn't catch up, letting the Lynx build a 20-point lead in the second quarter. Minnesota led 45-26 at the half and maintained a double-digit lead the rest of the game. The third quarter saw the Lynx extend their lead over the Sparks to a game-high 28 points. Cecilia Zandalasini committed a flagrant foul on Rae Burrell, who fell to the ground clutching her shin. Burrell quickly returned to the court.
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