Who: The Washington Mystics host the Minnesota Lynx
What: Both teams are in the 4th playoff spot in their conferences. The Mystics hold a somewhat comfortable 3 game lead above the Sun, whereas the Lynx are tied with San Antonio for their spot. While every game is crucial in the last stretch, the Lynx stand to lose a lot more if they can't pull out a victory on the road.
Where: Verizon Center, Washington DC || Live Access
When: 7:00 p.m. EST
The Story:
Lynx-Mystics Preview
The Minnesota Lynx and Washington Mystics currently own the last playoff spot in their respective conferences, but teams are in close pursuit with less than two weeks remaining in the regular season.
Mystics ready for a final playoff push
After Tuesday's win over Connecticut, the Washington Mystics hope to stay consistent against the Minnesota Lynx on Friday at Verizon Center.
Thompson's buzzer-beater lifts Sparks
Tina Thompson's buzzer-beating jump shot lifted the Los Angeles Sparks to a 78-77 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Thursday, and kept the Sparks' playoff hopes alive.
Lynx sign Whalen to extension
Lindsay Whalen has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Minnesota Lynx.