Lynx vs. Sky Preview: Collier Aims to Get Team Back on Track, Carter’s Status Uncertain as Sky Faces Potential Losing Streak

On September 2nd, the WNBA regular season match will see the Lynx host the Sky.

The Lynx previously had a record of 23 wins and 9 losses, ranking 3rd in the league. In their last game, the Lynx suffered an unexpected loss against the Wings with a score of 76-94, ending their previous seven-game winning streak. During this game, the Lynx had a very poor shooting percentage, especially from three-point range where they only made 10 out of 35 attempts. Additionally, the team committed 14 turnovers, significantly more than their opponents. Scoring only 76 points for the entire game is also not typical of the team’s usual performance.

This season, the Lynx average 82.7 points per game, ranking 6th in the league, while defensively they only allow 76.2 points, placing them 2nd in the league, showcasing a well-balanced offense and defense. Player-wise, Collier averages 20.6 points and 9.9 rebounds per game, McBride averages 15.8 points, Courtney Williams averages 10.7 points and 4.7 rebounds, and Smith averages 10.5 points and 5.3 rebounds. Overall, the Lynx have a good chance of achieving excellent results this season.

The Sky previously had a record of 11 wins and 20 losses, ranking 8th in the league. In their last game, the Sky lost 81-100 to the Fever, extending their losing streak to five games. During this game, the Sky’s defense completely failed to contain Clark, who scored 31 points and provided 12 assists. Furthermore, the Sky were at a clear disadvantage in both three-point shooting and free throws. This game reflects the current difficult situation the Sky find themselves in.

This season, the Sky can only manage an average of 78.4 points per game, ranking second-to-last in the league. In contrast, their defense allows an average of 81.9 points per game, placing them in the middle of the pack in the league. The team’s top scorer is Carter, averaging 17.2 points per game. Additionally, Reese averages 13.2 points and 12.9 rebounds. However, besides these players, the team lacks offensive options. Moreover, both Carter and Williams are currently dealing with injuries, and Carter’s participation is uncertain.

The gap in strength between the Lynx and the Sky in this game is significant. In their first meeting this season, the Lynx won 70-62. As time has passed, the disparity in strength between the two teams has widened. With the Sky’s top scorer Carter still questionable for this game, they are likely to face a six-game losing streak. Meanwhile, the Lynx are at a critical juncture in their pursuit of a higher ranking, and they should not let victory slip away at home.

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