The Minnesota Lynx enter the 2025 WNBA season with championship aspirations after falling just short in the 2024 WNBA Finals against the New York Liberty. With most of their core returning and key additions through the draft, the Lynx are poised to make another deep playoff run.
Key Additions
- Anastasiia Olairi Kosu (Draft Pick No. 15) – A talented forward from Russia, Kosu brings size and versatility to Minnesota’s frontcourt.
- Dalayah Daniels (Draft Pick No. 24) – A forward from Washington, Daniels adds rebounding and defensive presence.
- Aubrey Griffin (Draft Pick No. 37) – A wing from UConn, Griffin is known for her athleticism and ability to impact the game on both ends.
- Natisha Hiedeman (Free Agency) – The Lynx re-signed Hiedeman, a reliable guard who provides depth and playmaking.
- Marième Badiane (Free Agency) – The Lynx signed the French center to bolster their interior defense.
Projected Starting Lineup
- PG: Courtney Williams – A veteran guard with strong playmaking ability.
- SG: Kayla McBride – A sharpshooter who can space the floor.
- SF: Napheesa Collier – The team’s leader and a dominant two-way player.
- PF: Anastasiia Olairi Kosu – A promising rookie with size and versatility.
- C: Alanna Smith – A defensive anchor in the paint.
Season Outlook
The Lynx will open their season on May 16 against the Dallas Wings. With a record-high 44 games scheduled, Minnesota will have plenty of opportunities to prove themselves against top-tier competition.
The biggest storyline will be Collier’s MVP campaign—can she lead the Lynx back to the Finals? The additions of Kosu, Daniels, and Griffin provide much-needed depth, while Hiedeman and Badiane add experience to the roster. If Minnesota can maintain its defensive intensity and improve its offensive efficiency, they could be a serious title contender.
