Lynx star Napheesa Collier probable to make '26 debut vs. Storm

Field Level Media|published: Tue 21st July, 20:37 2026

Jul 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) warms up before a game against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Napheesa Collier is in line to make her 2026 season debut Wednesday, as the Minnesota Lynx listed their star guard as probable to face the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night's injury report.

Collier, 29, was the Most Valuable Player runner-up in consecutive seasons and the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year. She hasn't played since Sept. 27, 2025, when she tore ligaments in her left ankle during a playoff loss to Phoenix.

She had surgery on both her ankles during the offseason.

The Lynx have gotten along splendidly despite her absence. The league leaders at 21-6, Minnesota has thrived thanks to rookie guard Olivia Miles (19.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.0 assists per game) and Kayla McBride (18.1 ppg, 39.4% from 3-point range).

Wednesday is the final day of games before the WNBA enters the All-Star break. If Collier cannot play, her next chance would be July 28 at home against the Toronto Tempo.

--Field Level Media

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