Minnesota Lynx Aim for Fifth Consecutive Road Victory Against Phoenix Mercury

The Minnesota Lynx, currently sporting a record of 6-2 and 2-0 within the Western Conference, are set to face off against the Phoenix Mercury, who stand at 2-7 and 1-3 in the same conference. The matchup will take place in Phoenix on Monday at 10 p.m. EDT.

The Lynx are looking to extend their impressive streak of four consecutive road wins. Last season, Minnesota enjoyed a stellar performance in Western Conference play, finishing with a 20-4 record and an overall mark of 34-10. They showcased a strong offensive game, averaging 86.1 points per game while excelling in free throws and three-point shooting.

On the other hand, the Mercury had a solid home record of 15-7 last season but struggled defensively, allowing opponents an average of 80.1 points per game and a shooting percentage of 42.7%. This season, they are in search of improvement after a rocky start.

In terms of injuries, the Mercury will be without Sami Whitcomb due to a knee issue. The Lynx also face challenges with key players sidelined, including Napheesa Collier (ankle), Emma Cechova (out for the season with a knee injury), and Dorka Juhasz (foot).

This matchup is pivotal for both teams as they navigate through the early stages of the season.