Last Updated on August 7, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Minnesota Lynx 2013 were powered by Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus, who provided the team’s primary scoring, while Lindsay Whalen orchestrated the offense with efficient playmaking from the point guard position. Rebekkah Brunson controlled the glass and Sylvia Fowles added a dominant interior presence after joining late in the season. The statistics reflect a balanced, veteran team built on efficient scoring, strong rebounding, disciplined defense, and unselfish ball movement.

HeatingUp Impact Index: Regular Season Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Maya Moore Starter/Star 31.4 High 18.5 6.2 3.0 2.7 79.73 Elite two-way wing who became Minnesota’s most complete offensive weapon, combining perimeter shooting, transition scoring, and defensive playmaking. Her 45.3% three-point shooting gave the Lynx unmatched spacing while her 1.7 steals and 1.0 blocks showed the versatility that made opponents struggle to create advantages against her. WNBA Champion (2013); WNBA Finals MVP (2013); All-Star (2013); All-WNBA First Team (2013)
Seimone Augustus Starter/Star 29.7 High 16.3 3.2 2.5 1.2 55.18 Smooth scoring guard who remained Minnesota’s primary half-court shot maker, relying on footwork, strength, and efficient midrange scoring. Her 51.6% shooting reflected the controlled offensive role she filled alongside Moore, giving the Lynx a reliable option when defenses focused on stopping their transition game. WNBA Champion (2013); All-Star (2013)
Lindsay Whalen Starter/Star 29.6 High 14.9 4.4 5.8 0.9 55.44 Aggressive lead guard who drove Minnesota’s offense through ball pressure, pick-and-roll reads, and constant rim attacks. Her 5.8 assists highlighted the responsibility she carried as the team’s organizer, while her physical style helped set the tone for the Lynx backcourt. WNBA Champion (2013); All-Star (2013)
Rebekkah Brunson Starter/Star 29.2 Medium 10.6 8.9 1.5 2.2 50.82 Defensive anchor and rebounding specialist who handled the difficult interior work that allowed Minnesota’s stars to operate freely. Her combination of 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 steals reflected the active, physical approach that made her one of the league’s most respected frontcourt defenders. WNBA Champion (2013); WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2013)
Monica Wright Key Contributor 22.5 Medium 9.0 2.9 2.3 1.2 32.76 Defensive-minded guard who gave Minnesota athleticism and perimeter pressure from the rotation. Her ability to defend multiple backcourt spots and contribute in transition made her an important complement to the team’s veteran core despite a lower offensive usage role. WNBA Champion (2013)
Janel McCarville Key Contributor 21.9 Low 6.3 4.3 2.9 1.7 31.92 Skilled interior facilitator whose passing and decision-making added another layer to Minnesota’s offense. Her ability to operate from the high post and make smart reads helped the Lynx maintain offensive flow when traditional scoring options were limited. WNBA Champion (2013)
Devereaux Peters Key Contributor 18.6 Low 4.1 4.6 1.1 1.7 26.25 Athletic frontcourt reserve who contributed through energy, rebounding, and defensive activity. Her 1.0 blocks per game showed the rim protection potential that coaches valued as she developed behind Minnesota’s established bigs. WNBA Champion (2013)
Amber Harris Bench 8.8 Low 2.4 1.5 0.7 0.3 9.80 Reserve forward used mainly for short stretches of size and athleticism. Her minutes were limited on a deep championship roster, with her role centered on providing frontcourt depth rather than consistent offensive involvement. WNBA Champion (2013)
Sugar Rodgers Bench 7.6 Low 1.9 1.4 0.5 0.8 9.20 Rookie guard who received limited opportunities but showed flashes as a perimeter scorer and defender. Her development came behind an established backcourt rotation, leaving her role focused on learning within a veteran championship environment. WNBA Champion (2013)
Rachel Jarry Bench 6.8 Low 1.7 0.7 0.4 0.3 6.20 Young reserve wing who provided depth and defensive effort in brief appearances. Her role was primarily developmental while Minnesota relied heavily on its experienced core during its title run. WNBA Champion (2013)
Lindsey Moore Bench 5.7 Low 1.0 0.6 1.0 0.1 5.40 Rookie point guard who saw limited action behind established playmakers. Her value came from practice development and learning Minnesota’s structured offensive system rather than carrying a major game-day role. WNBA Champion (2013)
Totals — 221.8 — 87.3 38.8 20.6 13.1 362.70 Minnesota’s 2013 championship rotation blended elite wing production, veteran playmaking, and defensive versatility, creating a balanced roster where every major contributor had a defined role. WNBA Champion (2013)

HeatingUp Impact Index: Playoff Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Maya Moore Starter/Star 32.9 High 20.9 5.3 2.7 2.0 74.93 Scoring centerpiece who elevated her offensive aggression throughout the championship series, attacking closeouts and punishing defenders with perimeter shooting. Her 40.0% three-point accuracy and defensive activity gave Minnesota a reliable two-way star during the Finals run. WNBA Champion (2013); WNBA Finals MVP (2013); All-WNBA First Team (2013)
Seimone Augustus Starter/Star 32.1 High 17.4 3.7 1.4 1.9 57.42 Elite shot creator who provided Minnesota with a steady half-court scoring option against playoff defenses. Her 54.6% shooting reflected the efficiency of her footwork-driven game, especially when creating space for midrange attempts. WNBA Champion (2013); All-Star (2013)
Rebekkah Brunson Starter/Star 32.6 Medium 10.6 10.1 2.3 1.7 54.45 Interior anchor whose rebounding and defensive toughness defined her playoff impact. She controlled possessions with 10.1 rebounds per game while contributing as a passer, allowing Minnesota’s perimeter stars to play aggressively without sacrificing physicality inside. WNBA Champion (2013); WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2013)
Lindsay Whalen Starter/Star 29.1 High 9.7 4.6 4.7 0.9 41.80 Floor leader who managed tempo and created advantages through pressure on the ball and pick-and-roll play. Although her scoring volume dipped, her 4.7 assists reflected the organizational role she played in keeping Minnesota’s offense balanced. WNBA Champion (2013); All-Star (2013)
Janel McCarville Starter/Star 24.7 Medium 5.7 5.0 3.4 2.2 33.66 Skilled frontcourt facilitator who added passing and defensive versatility to Minnesota’s playoff lineup. Her ability to make plays from the high post and protect the rim helped the Lynx maintain offensive movement and interior stability. WNBA Champion (2013)
Monica Wright Key Contributor 21.1 Medium 9.1 2.6 1.1 1.0 29.40 Defensive-minded guard who provided athletic energy against opposing perimeter players. Her efficient 47.2% shooting gave Minnesota unexpected scoring support while her physical defense allowed the starters to stay aggressive. WNBA Champion (2013)
Devereaux Peters Key Contributor 16.6 Low 3.9 3.6 1.0 2.0 22.05 Active reserve forward who made an impact through rebounding, shot blocking, and defensive mobility. Her 1.0 blocks per game showed why coaches trusted her athleticism in short playoff stretches against versatile frontcourts. WNBA Champion (2013)
Lindsey Moore Bench 6.2 Low 0.3 0.3 1.2 0.5 4.60 Backup point guard who handled limited postseason minutes behind Minnesota’s veteran backcourt. Her role centered on providing ball-handling depth and learning within an experienced championship rotation. WNBA Champion (2013)
Amber Harris Bench 3.0 Low 0.8 0.8 0.0 0.2 3.60 End-of-rotation forward who provided brief frontcourt depth during the postseason. Her opportunities were limited on a roster with established interior contributors. WNBA Champion (2013)
Rachel Jarry Bench 3.2 Low 0.6 0.8 0.0 0.2 3.20 Young reserve wing used sparingly during the title run. Her minutes focused on energy and defensive development rather than offensive responsibility. WNBA Champion (2013)
Sugar Rodgers Bench 2.2 Low 0.6 0.2 0.0 0.0 1.60 Rookie guard who saw limited playoff action while developing behind Minnesota’s established perimeter rotation. Her postseason role was primarily gaining experience in a championship environment. WNBA Champion (2013)
Totals — 204.7 — 79.6 37.2 17.8 12.6 327.17 Minnesota’s 2013 playoff rotation combined elite wing scoring, veteran decision-making, and relentless interior defense, producing a balanced championship formula built around defined roles. WNBA Champion (2013)