| Seimone Augustus |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
33.1 |
High [1.2] |
21.9 |
3.8 |
1.5 |
1.1 |
69.96 |
Elite scoring wing who immediately became Minnesota’s offensive centerpiece, Augustus attacked defenses with smooth mid-range scoring, strong footwork, and efficient shot creation. Her ability to handle a high-volume role without relying heavily on three-point attempts made her one of the league’s most difficult perimeter matchups. She established herself as the franchise’s primary offensive weapon from the start. |
WNBA Rookie of the Year (2006), WNBA All-Star (2006), All-WNBA Second Team (2006) |
| Nicole Ohlde |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
25.6 |
Medium [1.1] |
9.6 |
5.6 |
1.6 |
1.3 |
39.82 |
Skilled interior player who provided Minnesota with reliable scoring and rebounding, Ohlde complemented Augustus by creating efficient offense around the basket. Her strong positioning and ability to finish through contact made her a dependable frontcourt option, while her passing helped keep the offense balanced. |
WNBA All-Star (2007) |
| Amber Jacobs |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
25.3 |
Medium [1.1] |
8.2 |
2.6 |
3.4 |
0.9 |
34.25 |
Floor-general guard who organized Minnesota’s offense and provided valuable perimeter shooting. Jacobs’ role was built around creating opportunities for teammates while spacing the floor, and her 39.2% three-point shooting gave the Lynx another reliable scoring outlet alongside Augustus. |
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| Kristen Mann |
Starter/Star [1.1] |
27.1 |
Low [1.0] |
7.4 |
3.4 |
2.8 |
0.8 |
31.68 |
Versatile forward who filled multiple roles for Minnesota, Mann contributed as a passer, rebounder, and perimeter shooter. Her ability to handle different responsibilities allowed the Lynx to play with more lineup flexibility, even though her offensive production was secondary to the team’s main scorers. |
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| Tamika Williams |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
21.6 |
Low [1.0] |
4.7 |
5.6 |
0.7 |
0.5 |
23.10 |
Physical interior defender who provided toughness and rebounding, Williams gave Minnesota stability in the paint. Her role was not built around scoring but around controlling possessions, defending stronger frontcourt players, and creating second-chance opportunities. |
WNBA Defensive Player of the Year (2006), WNBA All-Defensive Team (2006) |
| Svetlana Abrosimova |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
21.2 |
Low [1.0] |
7.7 |
3.1 |
1.6 |
1.0 |
28.14 |
Athletic wing who supplied energy, defense, and secondary scoring from a reduced starting role. Abrosimova’s ability to guard multiple positions and attack in transition remained valuable, while her improved three-point shooting added another dimension to Minnesota’s offense. |
WNBA All-Rookie Team (2001) |
| Adrian Williams-Strong |
Key Contributor [1.05] |
15.2 |
Low [1.0] |
4.9 |
4.7 |
0.3 |
1.1 |
23.10 |
Defensive-minded reserve forward who made an impact through rebounding and interior toughness. Williams-Strong’s low-usage role was built around effort plays, protecting the paint, and providing physical minutes against opposing frontcourts. |
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| Vanessa Hayden |
Bench [1.0] |
12.8 |
Low [1.0] |
5.4 |
3.5 |
0.6 |
1.5 |
22.00 |
Young center who brought athleticism and shot-blocking potential to Minnesota’s rotation. Hayden’s 1.3 blocks per game showed her defensive upside, while her offensive role focused on finishing close to the basket and converting opportunities created by teammates. |
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| Megan Duffy |
Bench [1.0] |
12.5 |
Low [1.0] |
3.4 |
0.9 |
1.2 |
0.3 |
11.60 |
Backup guard who provided ball handling and perimeter depth. Duffy’s role centered on maintaining offensive flow when the main guards rested, with limited scoring responsibility in a rotation led by Augustus and Jacobs. |
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| Tynesha Lewis |
Bench [1.0] |
10.6 |
Low [1.0] |
2.4 |
1.4 |
0.9 |
0.9 |
11.20 |
Reserve wing who contributed through defensive activity and athleticism. Lewis was primarily used as an energy player, helping Minnesota maintain intensity without needing significant offensive touches. |
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| Chandi Jones |
Bench [1.0] |
6.3 |
Low [1.0] |
2.8 |
0.8 |
0.5 |
0.2 |
8.60 |
Limited reserve guard who showed efficiency in a small sample. Jones’ role was primarily depth-oriented, with few opportunities behind Minnesota’s established perimeter rotation. |
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| Shona Thorburn |
Bench [1.0] |
6.5 |
Low [1.0] |
0.7 |
0.8 |
0.9 |
0.3 |
5.40 |
End-of-rotation guard who provided practice depth and occasional ball-handling minutes. Her limited playing time reflected Minnesota’s crowded backcourt rather than a larger offensive role. |
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| Minnesota Lynx Totals |
– |
– |
– |
78.1 |
36.0 |
16.2 |
12.9 |
368.01 |
Team statistical totals based on listed player averages. Minnesota’s offense revolved around Seimone Augustus’ elite scoring, supported by Nicole Ohlde’s interior production, Amber Jacobs’ playmaking, and a versatile group of defenders and role players. |
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