The Minnesota Lynx finally got their first look at the Chicago Sky on the young squad’s home court. The Sky, who were still on the outside looking in for a playoff spot, had some momentum coming to this game. They dropped their most recent game to the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, but were victors in the two games prior to that. Both teams rostered one of four players in the WNBA who are averaging double-doubles so a battle in the frontcourt was ensuing.
The Start — Stuck in Neutral
After dropping a game to the last place Dallas Wings less than 72 hours ago due to careless play, the Lynx flexed their muscle early.