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Olivia Miles, Napheesa Collier shine as the Lynx top the Aces 98-87 to clinch a WNBA playoff spot
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk James Monical , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Lynx improved their record to 26-7, a league-best, after winning the game 98-87.
The Minnesota Lynx have secured a WNBA playoff spot after defeating the Las Vegas Aces. Key players contributed to the team's success, with notable performances from Olivia Miles and Napheesa Collier. The Lynx improved their record to 26-7, a league-best, after winning the game 98-87.
Other team members, including Natasha Howard, also made significant contributions to the victory. Further details about the game, including additional player statistics and game highlights, are available from the source. The win marks an important milestone for the Lynx as they move forward in the season.
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Category: local Published: August 8, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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