While the Aces managed to stay alive against the Liberty, the Lynx and the Sun had to decide between themselves. As the two teams were tied (1-1), this Game 3 was going to be a see-saw. And the coin fell on Minnesota's side (90-81).
In difficulty in the first two matches of the semi-final, especially when Alyssa Thomas took care of her, Napheesa Collier, second in the MVP votes and best defender of the season, found color.
The Sun never managed to contain it, especially on pick-and-roll. The Lynx star finished with 26 points on 11/19 shooting and 11 rebounds, giving his team breathing space whenever necessary. At the same time, Marina Mabrey, from the Sun, never found the target with 14 points, but at 6/20 shooting. Phoenix therefore spent its time chasing the score, without ever managing to come back.
The Lynx now need another victory to return to the Finals, seven years after their last participation. First match point with Game 4, which will be played on Sunday in Connecticut (11:00 p.m. French time). Before a possible Game 5, in Minnesota on Tuesday, if necessary.
