Minnesota Lynx vs. Seattle Storm: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 12, 2024

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Jul 12, 2024 8:11 AM
The Seattle Storm looks to bounce back against the Minnesota Lynx on Friday, July 12, 2024, at 10:00 PM at Climate Pledge Arena, following Jewel Loyd's impressive 28-point performance in their previous outing. The Lynx, currently leading the regular season series 3-0, will aim to extend their dominance over the Storm. Seattle will rely on their strong home record (9-3) to turn the tables against the Western Conference-leading Minnesota.
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Lynx vs Storm statistics

Stat Lynx Storm
Streak W2 L1
Last Ten Games 7-3 6-4
Points Per Game 82.1 83.9
Rebounds Per Game 34.8 36.0
Assists Per Game 23.8 20.4
Blocks Per Game 5.1 5.6
Steals Per Game 9.2 9.5
Field Goal % 44.7 43.4
Three Point % 39.5 29.6
Points Against 73.9 78.4

Seattle Storm recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/10/24 vs Las Vegas Aces L 84-79
7/7/24 vs Chicago Sky W 84-71
7/5/24 vs Chicago Sky L 88-84
7/1/24 vs Dallas Wings W 95-71
6/29/24 vs Dallas Wings W 97-76

Minnesota Lynx recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/9/24 @ Los Angeles Sparks W 82-67
7/6/24 vs Washington Mystics W 74-67
7/4/24 vs Connecticut Sun L 78-73
7/2/24 @ New York Liberty L 76-67
6/30/24 @ Chicago Sky W 70-62

Lynx vs Storm predictions

As the Minnesota Lynx gear up to face Seattle Storm, all eyes are on Napheesa Collier, despite her day-to-day status. If she plays, expect her to be a standout given her track record this season, averaging 20 points and over 10 rebounds per game. Her presence on the court dramatically influences the Lynx's performance, especially in crucial rebounds and scoring in the paint. Meanwhile, guard Courtney Williams could also play a key role in this matchup. Known for her impressive playmaking, dishing out an average of 5.4 assists per game, Williams' ability to distribute the ball will be vital, particularly in setting up scoring opportunities for her teammates.

Turning our attention to the Seattle Storm, Jewell Loyd is coming off a fantastic 28-point showing and will likely continue to be a significant factor. Given her scoring average of 20.2 points per game, Loyd's offensive prowess will be critical for the Storm, especially in clutch moments. Additionally, the contribution of Skylar Diggins-Smith can't be overlooked. Her ability to orchestrate the offense, averaging 6.4 assists per game, will be crucial in breaking down the Lynx defense. Ezi Magbegor will also be key under the hoops, and maintaining her average of 9.0 rebounds per game will be essential for controlling the game's pace and securing second-chance points.

Considering the current dynamics and the high stakes of this conference rivalry, this game promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Seattle Storm, playing on their home court with a solid record, might have a slight edge, especially with their crowd behind them. However, the outcome could swing dramatically depending on whether Napheesa Collier takes to the court for the Lynx. If Collier is playing and near her best, the Lynx could very well disrupt the odds. Still, with the Storm's recent form and their stars aligning, I'm leaning towards a hard-fought victory for Seattle in this matchup.

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Lynx vs Storm game info

Venue Climate Pledge Arena
Location Seattle, WA
Tip-off Fri 10:00 PM
TV ION

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