Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm, WNBA Commissioner's Cup, 2026, Today Match Prediction
Minnesota Lynx
Seattle Storm
Will Minnesota Lynx outplay Seattle Storm?
- Minnesota Lynx average 66.7% home wins with 77.6 points per game.
- Seattle Storm Averages 33.3% away wins with 77.7 points per game.
- In the last five matches Minnesota Lynx have won 5 lost 0, Seattle Storm have won 2 lost 3.
Minnesota Lynx to win.
| Tournament: | WNBA Commissioner's Cup, 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Target Center |
| Tip Off: | 22:30:00 |
Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | NA | NA |
Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm Match Prediction & Analysis
Minnesota Lynx and Seattle Storm meet in what promises to be one of the standout WNBA matchups on June 6. The Lynx enter with strong momentum and one of the league's best records, while Seattle will be eager to respond after a narrow defeat to Phoenix. Expect a competitive battle featuring disciplined defence, quality guard play, and playoff-like intensity.
The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st in the Western Conference with 7 wins and 2 losses, while Seattle Storm rank 8th with 3 wins and 8 losses.
Over their last five meetings, Minnesota Lynx won 2 with 3 losses, leaving Seattle Storm with 3 wins and 2 losses.
Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtney Monae Williams | 17.8 | 5.2 | 4.1 | 0.9/0.3 |
| Awa Thiam | 7.8 | 4.8 | 0.3 | 1.3/0.3 |
Teams Preview
Minnesota Lynx Preview
Minnesota Lynx head into their next meeting with Phoenix Mercury full of confidence after a dominant 111–77 victory.
Courtney Monae Williams dominated the flow of play, scoring 30 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, Olivia Miles added 19 points, 9 assists, and 4 rebounds. Natasha Howard put up 11 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists. Nia Coffey defended the paint with 8 points, 6 rebounds.
Offensively, the Minnesota Lynx scored 63.8% from the field goal, including 58.8% from the three-point line and 100.0% from the free throw line. Defensively, they secured the board with 35-24, with 10 steals, 5 blocks.
This dominant 111–77 victory will give the Minnesota Lynx plenty of confidence heading into their upcoming game. Their balanced scoring, defensive intensity, and strong team chemistry were on full display, while the convincing margin reinforces belief in their system. Expect the Lynx to carry that momentum and play with aggression from the opening tip.
Seattle Storm Preview
Seattle Storm put up a strong fight but fell just short in a 72–68 defeat to Phoenix Mercury.
Awa Thiam powered his side, contributing 18 points, 2 assists, 6 rebounds, while teammate Jordan Horston added 5 points, 5 rebounds. Natisha Hiedeman with 15 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists.
Offensively, the Seattle Storm shot 38.4% from the field including 27.3% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 60.0%, with 17 assists. On the defensive end they fell short on the board with 44-34, with 10 steals, 5 blocks.
This narrow 72–68 loss should motivate the Seattle Storm heading into their next game. Their defensive performance showed they can compete with top teams, but improving late-game execution and shot selection will be key. Expect Seattle to use the defeat as fuel and focus on converting close contests into wins.
Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Courtney Monae Williams |
| SG | Kayla McBride |
| SF | Natasha Howard |
| PF | Nia Coffey |
| C | Olivia Miles |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Natisha Hiedeman |
| SG | Jordan Horston |
| SF | Awa Thiam |
| PF | Flau’jae Johnson |
| C | Stefanie Dolson |
MINNESOTA LYNX vs SEATTLE STORM
Winning PredictionMinnesota Lynx are slight favourites against Seattle Storm due to stronger recent form and home advantage at Target Center. Seattle will compete strongly after a narrow loss to Phoenix, but their late-game execution remains a concern. Expect a close contest, with Minnesota likely finishing stronger in key moments. We are backing the Minnesota Lynx to win.
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