Lynx 89, Sparks 75: Welcome Back, Alanna

Game Story

The Minnesota Lynx took care of business against Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings in their season-opener without two key starters: Kayla McBride (Not with team for personal reasons) and Alanna Smith (Thigh injury). They flew straight from Dallas to Los Angeles, to visit their old nemesis, the Los Angeles Sparks, but that was still enough time for Smith to return to the starting lineup.

Lan said hello by splashing in a three pointer just minutes into the game.

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— Minnesota Lynx (@minnesotalynx) May 18, 2025 The first quarter was a telltale sign of what was to come for the Sparks. President of Basketball Operations and Head Coach Cheryl…