WNBA Game Preview: Minnesota Lynx (12-2) vs. Atlanta Dream (10-5)

Match Significance

This Lynx vs Dream WNBA 2025 matchup features two of the league’s top teams. Minnesota enters with the best record in the WNBA, while Atlanta is riding a six-game home win streak and looking to make a statement against a title contender. With both teams in the top five of their respective conferences, this game could have major playoff implications.

Minnesota Lynx – Team Overview

Record: 12-2 (5-2 away)

Last Game: Lost 68-64 at Washington

Head Coach: Cheryl Reeve

Key Players: Napheesa Collier (questionable), Kayla McBride, Courtney Williams

Strengths

League-best defensive rating (72.1 points allowed per game)

Efficient offense led by 46.5% field goal shooting

Balanced scoring and elite ball movement (22.3 assists per game)

Concerns

Napheesa Collier’s status is uncertain due to a back injury

Coming off a loss to the Mystics despite a 26-point effort from Alanna Smith

Depth could be tested if Collier is unavailable

Path to Victory

Minnesota must control the pace, limit turnovers, and rely on McBride and Smith to carry the scoring load if Collier is out. Their defense will need to contain Atlanta’s perimeter threats.

Atlanta Dream – Team Overview

Record: 10-5 (6-1 home)

Last Game: Lost 68-55 at Dallas

Head Coach: Tanisha Wright

Key Players: Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, Brionna Jones

Strengths

High-powered offense averaging 83.5 points per game

Strong home form (6-1 at Gateway Center Arena)

Allisha Gray averaging nearly 20 PPG over last 10 games

Concerns

Inconsistent shooting (just 42.9% FG in last 10 games)

Struggled offensively in last outing (18.8% FG for Gray vs Dallas)

Vulnerable to teams with strong interior defense

Path to Victory

Atlanta must push the tempo, win the rebounding battle, and get efficient scoring from Gray and Howard. If they can force turnovers and get out in transition, they’ll have a strong chance to extend their home streak.