Biggest surprises from WNBA season so far: Lynx thrive without Phee, Liberty surge, Sparks & Mercury continue to struggle
Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down some of the biggest surprises of the WNBA season so far – for better or for worse. The Minnesota Lynx’s ability to stay on top continues to impress, while the Los Angeles Sparks are still searching for answers on the defensive end.
The duo also takes a closer look at the Dallas Wings and New York Liberty, two teams that have found their momentum, and examines where things stand for the Phoenix Mercury and Washington Mystics.
Plus, A’ja Wilson’s record-breaking performance on her way to 6,000 career points headlines this week’s Spotlight of the Week.
TIMECODES:
01:46 – Good: Minnesota Lynx still on top even without Napheesa Collier
06:25 – Good: Dallas Wings have turned things around for the better
09:21 – Good: New York Liberty are on track despite injuries
15:22 – Bad: Phoenix Mercury going from 2025 finals to bottom of standings
18:10 – Bad: Sparks having no defensive spark
25:47 – Bad: Young Mystics lacking consistent success without vets
32:33 – Spotlight of the Week: A’ja Wilson
34:24 – Spotlight of the Week: Connecticut Sun retire Jonquel Jones #35
36:11 – Must-watch matchups
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