Minnesota Lynx
32-8
12:00 PM PT
Atlanta Dream
25-15
Olivia Miles
19.5 PPG · 4.6 REB · 6.1 AST
Angel Reese
16.0 PPG · 12.3 REB · 2.7 AST
Game Script
Expect a paint-oriented, physical matchup. Lynx (91.1 PPG) meet Dream (90.4 PPG), with both defenses stingy.
The game likely turns on paint: Lynx score 24.7 two-point makes a game; Dream protect the rim with 3.3 blocks. Interior control leans Lynx.
Game Snapshot
Minnesota Lynx
Last 54-1WWWWL
StreakL1
L5 scoring82.8points/game
L5 defense79.6allowed/game
Home15-6Road 17-2
Rest5dsince last game
Series1-12 played
Atlanta Dream
Last 54-1WWWWL
StreakL1
L5 scoring96.2points/game
L5 defense86.2allowed/game
Home12-8Road 13-7
Rest2dsince last game
Series1-12 played
Team Identity
Minnesota Lynx
Defensive-mindedElite offensePaint-first offenseRim protectionBall movementThree-point shootingRebounding
A defensive identity and an elite offense.
EliteAbove Avg83
Defensive DElite89
Three-point shootingAbove Avg78
TransitionBelow Avg39
Paint-firstAbove Avg83
Ball movementAbove Avg78
ReboundingAbove Avg72
Rim protectionAbove Avg83
Atlanta Dream
ReboundingElite offenseDefensive-minded
A rebounding edge and an elite offense.
EliteAbove Avg78
Defensive DAbove Avg78
Three-point shootingBelow Avg44
TransitionAverage56
Paint-firstBelow Avg44
Ball movementAverage61
ReboundingElite89
Rim protectionBelow Avg36
Where the Game Will Be Won
Paint
Lynx score 24.7 two-point makes a game; Dream protect the rim with 3.3 blocks. Interior control leans Lynx.
Edge · LynxLynx: 24.7 2PT makesDream: 3.3 blocks/gmHigh confidence
Perimeter
Lynx shoot 39% from three (9.2/gm); Dream allow 37%. The three-point battle tilts toward Dream.
Edge · DreamLynx: 9.2 3PM at 39%Dream allow 37% on threesHigh confidence
Turnovers
Lynx average 12.5 turnovers, Dream 13.2; steals (8.6 vs 9.0) add pressure. Ball security favors Lynx.
Edge · LynxLynx: 12.5 TO / 8.6 STLDream: 13.2 TO / 9.0 STLHigh confidence
Rebounding
Lynx carry a +1.8 rebound margin, Dream +5.0. Second-chance control leans Dream.
Edge · DreamLynx: +1.8 margin, 9.4 OREBDream: +5.0 margin, 11.0 OREBHigh confidence
Scoring Environment
Lynx have averaged 174 combined points a game, Dream 176. A higher-scoring environment favors Dream.
Edge · DreamLynx: 174 combined pts/gm (39th pct)Dream: 176 combined pts/gm (56th pct)High confidence
Players Who Shape Tonight
Olivia Miles
Minnesota Lynx · G
19.5 PPG · 4.6 REB · 6.1 AST · 31 MIN
As Minnesota Lynx's superstar, Miles sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Napheesa Collier
Minnesota Lynx · F
18.1 PPG · 7.4 REB · 2.8 AST · 30 MIN
As Minnesota Lynx's primary scorer, Collier sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Angel Reese
Atlanta Dream · F
16.0 PPG · 12.3 REB · 2.7 AST · 31 MIN
As Atlanta Dream's rebounding presence, Reese sets the tone for how they attack. Trending up
Rhyne Howard
Atlanta Dream · G
18.0 PPG · 3.7 REB · 3.6 AST · 34 MIN
As Atlanta Dream's primary scorer, Howard sets the tone for how they attack. Trending up
Trending Players
Angel Reese
Atlanta Dream
19.8 points over his last 5 (from 15.4).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 19.8p 15.2r 4.6aSeason: 15.4p 30.3 min
Rhyne Howard
Atlanta Dream
22.6 points over his last 5 (from 17.3).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 22.6p 4.4r 3.4aSeason: 17.3p 34.0 min
Naz Hillmon
Atlanta Dream
10.2 points over his last 5 (from 8.8).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 10.2p 5.8r 1.6aSeason: 8.8p 28.4 min
Brionna Jones
Atlanta Dream
6.3 points over his last 5 (from 9.2).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 6.3p 3.7r 2.0aSeason: 9.2p 17.7 min
Nia Coffey
Minnesota Lynx
5.4 points over his last 5 (from 6.8).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 5.4p 2.8r 0.6aSeason: 6.8p 23.4 min
Courtney Williams
Minnesota Lynx
11.0 points over his last 5 (from 14.4).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 11.0p 3.0r 5.0aSeason: 14.4p 30.3 min
Team Trends
Minnesota LynxPoints66
Opp points80
3PT%33%
Rebounds32
Atlanta DreamPoints83
Opp points101
3PT%36%
Rebounds34
Strongest Player Opportunities
100
Angel Reese
10+ Rebounds
Atlanta Dream
Why it stands out
36.0 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Olivia Miles
7+ Assists
Minnesota Lynx
Why it stands out
31.2 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Rhyne Howard
20+ Points
Atlanta Dream
Why it stands out
34.2 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Natasha Howard
6+ Rebounds
Minnesota Lynx
Why it stands out
31.8 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Napheesa Collier
6+ Rebounds
Minnesota Lynx
Why it stands out
32.4 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Jordin Canada
5+ Assists
Atlanta Dream
Why it stands out
30.6 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
Based on games before 2026-08-30. Injuries, confirmed starters, rest/travel, and advanced ratings (pace, offensive/defensive rating) are not yet included.