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Brittney Griner scores 29 and Kennedy Burke hits 2 late 3-pointers in the Sun’s 90-89 win over Lynx
By James Monical at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Brittney Griner scored a season-high 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, Kennedy Burke added 16 points off the bench, including two 3-pointers in the final three minutes, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Minnesota Lynx 90-89 on Monday night.
Burke made a 3-pointer with 2:53 r...
Key takeaway Then, former Lynx forward Diamond Miller made a key block for Connecticut and Griner sealed it on a layup with 18.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The Minnesota Lynx's narrow loss to the Connecticut Sun has significant implications for the team's standings in the competitive Twin Cities sports landscape. With a strong following in Minneapolis , the Lynx's performance is closely watched by local fans, and this defeat may impact their chances of securing a top spot in the league. The absence of key players Napheesa Collier and Olivia Miles due to injury was deeply felt, and the team's inability to capitalize on home court advantage will be a concern for coaches and fans alike. The Lynx will look to regroup and rebound in their next matchup against the Sun on Wednesday, and a win will be crucial in maintaining their position in the league. Local fans will be keeping a close eye on the team's progress, particularly with the injury status of Collier and Miles, as the Lynx strive to regain their footing in the highly competitive league.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Brittney Griner scored a season-high 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, Kennedy Burke added 16 points off the bench, including two 3-pointers in the final three minutes, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Minnesota Lynx 90-89 on Monday night.
Burke made a 3-pointer with 2:53 r...
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