| Maya Moore |
Starter/Star (1.1) |
31.8 |
High (1.2) |
18.0 |
5.1 |
2.6 |
2.1 |
66.7 |
Dynamic perimeter scorer who remained Minnesota’s primary offensive creator, carrying heavy shot volume while stretching defenses beyond the arc. The Lynx often depended on Moore to generate difficult baskets late in possessions, with her combination of size, shooting range, and defensive activity defining her role as the team transitioned into a new era. |
WNBA All-Star (2018); WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2018) |
| Sylvia Fowles |
Starter/Star (1.1) |
32.0 |
High (1.2) |
17.7 |
11.9 |
2.2 |
2.6 |
67.6 |
Dominant interior presence who continued to shape games through rebounding, efficient scoring, and elite rim protection. Minnesota built much of its defensive structure around Fowles cleaning up mistakes, while her improved passing from the post helped keep double teams from completely disrupting the offense. |
WNBA All-Star (2018); All-WNBA First Team (2018); WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2018); WNBA Defensive Player of the Year (2018) |
| Rebekkah Brunson |
Starter/Star (1.1) |
27.6 |
Medium (1.1) |
7.2 |
6.8 |
2.4 |
1.3 |
39.1 |
Physical forward who remained valuable through rebounding, defensive positioning, and smart off-ball work. Although her scoring role declined, Minnesota continued relying on Brunson’s ability to handle tough assignments, set effective screens, and create extra possessions through effort plays. |
WNBA All-Star (2018) |
| Seimone Augustus |
Starter/Star (1.1) |
26.2 |
Medium (1.1) |
10.8 |
1.8 |
2.6 |
0.6 |
34.0 |
Veteran perimeter scorer who provided spacing and calm decision-making within Minnesota’s offense. Augustus was frequently used as a secondary creator, punishing defenders who focused too heavily on Moore while maintaining the mid-range craft that had defined her career. |
WNBA All-Star (2018) |
| Danielle Robinson |
Key Contributor (1.05) |
18.6 |
Low (1.0) |
6.5 |
1.8 |
3.3 |
0.9 |
25.0 |
Speed-oriented guard who gave Minnesota a different offensive rhythm with her ability to push pace and attack the paint. Her role was built around penetration, creating advantages for teammates, and changing the tempo when the veteran lineup needed more athleticism. |
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| Lindsay Whalen |
Starter/Star (1.1) |
19.3 |
Low (1.0) |
5.7 |
2.6 |
3.1 |
0.8 |
27.1 |
Veteran point guard operating in a reduced role while still providing organization and leadership. Minnesota used Whalen primarily as a stabilizer, relying on her experience reading defenses, managing possessions, and guiding younger teammates through a demanding regular season. |
WNBA All-Star (2018); WNBA Champion (2017); Olympic Gold Medalist (2016) |
| Tanisha Wright |
Key Contributor (1.05) |
17.8 |
Low (1.0) |
4.3 |
1.6 |
2.0 |
0.6 |
17.9 |
Defensive specialist who gave the Lynx another experienced perimeter stopper. Wright’s value came from communication, physical defense, and understanding team concepts, allowing Minnesota to maintain structure even when rotating through different guard combinations. |
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| Cecilia Zandalasini |
Key Contributor (1.05) |
16.5 |
Low (1.0) |
5.7 |
1.9 |
1.1 |
0.3 |
17.8 |
International wing who expanded her role with improved confidence as a shooter and floor spacer. Minnesota used Zandalasini’s size and shooting ability to create lineup versatility, particularly when needing another perimeter option alongside its veteran core. |
FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Bronze Medalist (2018) |
| Temi Fagbenle |
Bench (1.0) |
9.4 |
Low (1.0) |
3.1 |
2.0 |
0.6 |
0.6 |
12.6 |
Athletic reserve forward who provided energy minutes through rebounding and defensive activity. Her role was mainly to support the frontcourt rotation, using mobility and hustle rather than offensive usage to impact games. |
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| Alexis Jones |
Bench (1.0) |
8.8 |
Low (1.0) |
3.3 |
0.9 |
0.7 |
0.2 |
10.2 |
Young guard developing within a veteran-heavy rotation. Jones was asked mainly to space the floor, protect the ball, and gain experience while Minnesota relied on established playmakers for larger responsibilities. |
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| Erlana Larkins |
Bench (1.0) |
12.9 |
Low (1.0) |
2.1 |
2.7 |
1.3 |
0.9 |
14.0 |
Physical frontcourt reserve who brought rebounding strength and defensive toughness in limited opportunities. Larkins’ value came from veteran positioning and willingness to handle difficult interior matchups rather than offensive production. |
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| Sydney Colson |
Bench (1.0) |
8.5 |
Low (1.0) |
3.5 |
1.0 |
2.0 |
0.5 |
14.0 |
Short-term rotation guard who provided ball handling and defensive energy in brief appearances. Her limited minutes reflected Minnesota’s crowded backcourt, but her ability to organize offense remained useful when called upon. |
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| Lynetta Kizer |
Bench (1.0) |
5.6 |
Low (1.0) |
1.6 |
1.5 |
0.6 |
0.1 |
7.6 |
Reserve center used for depth and interior size. Kizer’s minutes were focused on physical defense, rebounding support, and providing relief behind Minnesota’s primary frontcourt options. |
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| Endy Miyem |
Bench (1.0) |
5.1 |
Low (1.0) |
1.4 |
0.6 |
0.3 |
0.2 |
5.0 |
International forward who saw limited floor time while adapting to Minnesota’s system. Her role centered on providing frontcourt depth and maintaining defensive structure during short stretches. |
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| Minnesota Lynx Totals |
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90.9 |
40.4 |
22.2 |
11.9 |
388.6 |
Veteran-driven roster built around elite interior defense, versatile scoring wings, and a deep group of experienced contributors who could execute multiple roles throughout the season. |
WNBA Champion (2017) |
