The Minnesota Lynx celebrate their victory over the New York Liberty at the buzzer to claim the 2024 Commi championship.
NEW YORK — The Minnesota Lynx were led by Bridget Carleton with 23 points and Napheesa Collier with 21 in their recent game.
The Lynx made history by becoming the fourth team to win the Cup in the event’s four-year history, continuing their triumphant streak.
The game was tied at 60 in the third quarter when Carleton and Cecilia Zandalasini scored back-to-back points.
cover the lead.
Collier, who contributed six rebounds and three assists, was named the MVP of the game.
team, contributed 20 points.
The game was relocated from the Liberty’s typical venue at Barclays Center to UBS Arena, which is approximately 20 miles distant.
Despite not being their usual residence, the Liberty fans turned up in full force and made their presence known with their enthusiastic support.
Midway through the second quarter, New York had a 47-37 lead before the Lynx scored eight consecutive points.
The Liberty were happy to have Courtney Vandersloot back on the team after she took a break to be with her mom since June 4.
Betnijah-Laney Hamilton, who had been sidelined with right knee soreness, also made a return to New York.
Monetary reward
The prize pool of $500,000 for the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup will be divided among the teams. Players from Minnesota will also receive a share of the prize money.
New York also had a charitable aspect, raising $15,000 for Women Creating Change and Mi.