Last Updated on September 1, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Minnesota Lynx 2022 leaned on Sylvia Fowles as their dominant interior presence, with her rebounding, efficient scoring, and defensive impact anchoring the team throughout the season. Kayla McBride provided consistent perimeter scoring and floor spacing, while Moriah Jefferson handled much of the playmaking. The statistics reflect a team built around veteran leadership, strong interior play, and balanced offensive contributions, though overall production lacked the depth of the league’s top contenders.

Roster

NO. PLAYER POS. HT. WT. BIRTH DATE COLLEGE
0 Rennia Davis G-F 6-1 170 February 24, 1999 Tennessee
1 Odyssey Sims G 5-8 155 July 13, 1992 Baylor
2 Lindsay Allen G 5-8 145 March 20, 1995 Notre Dame
2 Evina Westbrook G 6-0 158 September 28, 1998 Tennessee, UConn
3 Aerial Powers G 5-11 170 January 17, 1994 Michigan State
4 Moriah Jefferson G 5-6 130 March 8, 1994 UConn
6 Bridget Carleton F 6-2 190 May 22, 1997 Iowa State
8 Kamiah Smalls G 5-10 161 April 17, 1998 James Madison University
10 Jessica Shepard F 6-4 175 September 11, 1996 Notre Dame
11 Natalie Achonwa F 6-3 198 November 22, 1992 Notre Dame
12 Damiris Dantas C-F 6-4 203 November 17, 1992  
15 Rachel Banham G 5-10 181 July 15, 1993 Minnesota
21 Kayla McBride G 5-11 179 June 25, 1992 Notre Dame
22 Yvonne Turner G 5-10 127 October 13, 1987 Nebraska
24 Napheesa Collier F 6-1 182 September 23, 1996 UConn
30 Hannah Sjerven C 6-2   June 11, 1998 New Mexico, South Dakota
31 Nikolina Milic C 6-3 181 April 12, 1994  
33 Elissa Cunane C 6-5 190 September 25, 2000 NC State
34 Sylvia Fowles C 6-6 219 October 6, 1985 LSU
35 Angel McCoughtry F-G 6-1 173 September 10, 1986 Louisville

Per Game

PLAYER POS AGE GP GS MPG PPG RPG APG SPG BPG TOV FGA FGM FG% 3PA 3PM 3P% FTA FTM FT%
Aerial Powers F 28 35 31 26.9 14.4 4.7 2.9 1.2 0.3 2.6 12.6 4.9 .385 3.1 0.9 .308 4.6 3.8 .815
Sylvia Fowles C 36 30 30 27.7 14.4 9.8 1.2 1.0 1.2 2.1 9.9 6.1 .622 0.0 0.0   3.2 2.1 .660
Kayla McBride G 30 31 31 29.8 13.3 2.8 2.1 1.0 0.1 1.5 10.9 4.4 .405 4.3 1.5 .356 3.2 2.9 .909
Moriah Jefferson G 28 30 30 26.8 10.8 2.5 4.9 1.2 0.1 2.3 8.6 3.9 .452 2.5 1.2 .474 2.2 1.8 .815
Jessica Shepard F 25 36 22 26.1 8.1 7.4 3.0 0.4 0.3 1.7 6.0 3.0 .502 0.6 0.2 .261 2.6 1.9 .734
Rachel Banham G 28 36 5 17.5 7.9 1.3 2.3 0.3 0.1 1.3 6.5 2.8 .430 4.1 1.6 .383 0.8 0.7 .800
Nikolina Milic F/C 28 31 4 11.7 6.0 3.0 0.7 0.3 0.3 1.4 4.4 2.4 .548 0.7 0.2 .273 1.4 1.0 .738
Angel McCoughtry F 35 2 2 10.0 6.0 3.0 1.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 4.0 1.5 .375 0.5 0.0 .000 3.0 3.0 1.000
Bridget Carleton G/F 25 36 2 16.8 4.3 2.1 1.1 0.4 0.1 0.6 3.8 1.5 .400 2.3 0.8 .349 0.7 0.5 .731
Natalie Achonwa F/C 29 22 0 15.1 5.3 4.1 1.7 0.4 0.3 1.0 4.1 2.1 .516 0.1 0.0 .000 1.2 1.0 .815
Damiris Dantas F 29 15 15 17.5 5.1 3.8 1.9 0.2 0.1 1.1 6.1 1.9 .304 4.1 1.1 .262 0.4 0.3 .833
Lindsay Allen G 27 9 0 14.9 6.7 1.6 3.4 0.2 0.0 0.8 4.2 2.2 .526 1.6 0.9 .571 1.4 1.3 .923
Evina Westbrook G 23 14 2 12.4 2.6 1.4 1.4 0.4 0.4 0.9 3.1 1.0 .318 1.0 0.1 .143 0.6 0.4 .667
Napheesa Collier F 25 4 4 22.8 7.3 3.0 1.0 0.5 0.3 0.3 6.5 2.8 .423 1.8 0.5 .286 1.8 1.3 .714
Yvonne Turner G 34 4 2 22.0 6.3 2.5 2.5 0.5 0.0 3.0 6.5 2.0 .308 1.8 0.8 .429 1.8 1.5 .857
Odyssey Sims G 29 2 0 27.0 9.5 3.5 3.5 0.5 1.0 2.5 11.5 3.5 .304 2.0 0.5 .250 4.5 2.0 .444
Kamiah Smalls G 24 3 0 11.3 1.3 1.7 2.0 1.3 0.0 1.3 2.7 0.7 .250 1.3 0.0 .000 0.0 0.0  
Elissa Cunane C 21 3 0 3.3 0.7 1.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3 0.7 0.3 .500 0.3 0.0 .000 0.0 0.0  
Rennia Davis G/F 23 1 0 3.0 2.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.000 0.0 0.0   0.0 0.0  
Hannah Sjerven F/C 24 3 0 3.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3 0.0 0.3 0.0 .000 0.0 0.0   0.0 0.0  

HeatingUp Impact Index: Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Sylvia Fowles Starter/Star (1.1) 27.7 High (1.2) 14.4 9.8 1.2 2.2 60.7 Interior anchor who remained Minnesota’s defensive foundation and most efficient scorer. Fowles controlled possessions through rebounding, post efficiency, and rim protection, while her veteran presence helped stabilize a Lynx roster undergoing significant transition. WNBA All-Star (2022); WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2022); WNBA Champion (2017)
Kayla McBride Starter/Star (1.1) 29.8 Medium (1.1) 13.3 2.8 2.1 1.1 41.9 Perimeter scorer who provided Minnesota with reliable shot creation and spacing. McBride’s ability to attack closeouts and hit difficult jumpers gave the Lynx a needed offensive outlet, especially when defenses focused on Fowles inside. WNBA All-Star (2022)
Aerial Powers Starter/Star (1.1) 26.9 Medium (1.1) 14.4 4.7 2.9 1.5 51.9 Aggressive wing scorer who brought physical drives and offensive pressure to the rotation. Powers was one of Minnesota’s highest-usage perimeter players, using her strength to attack the rim while also contributing as a rebounder and playmaker. —
Moriah Jefferson Starter/Star (1.1) 26.8 Medium (1.1) 10.8 2.5 4.9 1.3 44.0 Lead guard who provided steady organization and improved perimeter efficiency. Jefferson’s ball handling, pick-and-roll control, and ability to create advantages helped the Lynx maintain structure after moving into a new offensive era. —
Jessica Shepard Key Contributor (1.05) 26.1 Medium (1.1) 8.1 7.4 3.0 0.7 41.8 Skilled forward who became one of Minnesota’s most versatile role players. Shepard’s rebounding and passing ability allowed her to function as a point-forward option, helping connect the offense while adding toughness on the glass. —
Napheesa Collier Starter/Star (1.1) 22.8 Medium (1.1) 7.3 3.0 1.0 0.8 26.6 Two-way star limited by injury but still provided defensive versatility and lineup flexibility. Collier’s ability to guard multiple positions and contribute across categories remained central to Minnesota’s identity despite reduced availability. WNBA All-Star (2022); All-WNBA Second Team (2022); WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2022)
Rachel Banham Key Contributor (1.05) 17.5 Low (1.0) 7.9 1.3 2.3 0.4 23.0 Shooting guard who supplied perimeter spacing and quick-trigger offense. Banham’s role focused on stretching defenses with movement shooting and giving Minnesota another scoring option without requiring heavy usage. —
Damiris Dantas Key Contributor (1.05) 17.5 Low (1.0) 5.1 3.8 1.9 0.3 20.6 Stretch forward who provided spacing and frontcourt versatility. Dantas’ willingness to shoot from outside and make connective passes helped Minnesota maintain offensive balance around its main creators. —
Natalie Achonwa Key Contributor (1.05) 15.1 Low (1.0) 5.3 4.1 1.7 0.7 23.7 Reliable reserve center who brought efficient scoring and physical interior play. Achonwa’s screening, rebounding, and defensive positioning made her a dependable option behind Fowles. —
Bridget Carleton Key Contributor (1.05) 16.8 Low (1.0) 4.3 2.1 1.1 0.5 16.8 Three-and-D wing who continued earning minutes through defensive reliability and smart spacing. Carleton’s value came from making winning plays without needing designed offensive touches. —
Lindsay Allen Bench (1.0) 14.9 Low (1.0) 6.7 1.6 3.4 0.2 23.8 Backup guard who provided efficient scoring and steady ball handling. Allen’s ability to organize second units and knock down open shots gave Minnesota additional stability at the point guard position. —
Nikolina Milic Bench (1.0) 11.7 Low (1.0) 6.0 3.0 0.7 0.6 20.6 International forward who contributed efficient interior scoring and rebounding in limited minutes. Milic’s size and finishing ability gave Minnesota another frontcourt option off the bench. —
Yvonne Turner Bench (1.0) 22.0 Low (1.0) 6.3 2.5 2.5 0.5 23.6 Veteran guard who provided ball handling and perimeter depth in a short stint. Turner’s role centered on organizing offense and applying pressure defensively rather than high-volume scoring. —
Evina Westbrook Bench (1.0) 12.4 Low (1.0) 2.6 1.4 1.4 0.8 12.4 Young guard developing as a defensive-minded rotation piece. Westbrook’s athleticism and ability to defend multiple positions gave Minnesota flexibility while she continued refining her offensive game. —
Angel McCoughtry Bench (1.0) 10.0 Low (1.0) 6.0 3.0 1.0 1.5 23.0 Veteran wing who provided leadership and physicality in limited appearances. McCoughtry’s experience as a scorer and defender remained valuable even in a reduced role late in her career. WNBA All-Star (2018)
Kamiah Smalls Bench (1.0) 11.3 Low (1.0) 1.3 1.7 2.0 1.3 12.6 Reserve guard who contributed energy and defensive activity in brief opportunities. Smalls’ role was primarily developmental within a crowded Minnesota perimeter rotation. —
Cierra Burdick Bench (1.0) — Low (1.0) — — — — — Veteran depth player who provided experience and defensive versatility when available. —
Elissa Cunane Bench (1.0) 3.3 Low (1.0) 0.7 1.7 0.0 0.0 4.8 Young center used sparingly while developing behind established frontcourt players. Cunane’s opportunities focused on gaining professional experience. —
Rennia Davis Bench (1.0) 3.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 4.0 Reserve wing who received minimal minutes in Minnesota’s rotation. —
Hannah Sjerven Bench (1.0) 3.0 Low (1.0) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3 0.6 End-of-rotation center providing depth behind Minnesota’s primary interior options. —
Minnesota Lynx Totals — — — 151.6 58.2 35.8 14.9 463.5 Minnesota’s 2022 season blended Sylvia Fowles’ interior dominance, Kayla McBride and Aerial Powers’ perimeter scoring, and Jessica Shepard’s all-around versatility during a major roster transition. —