Minnesota Lynx announce alarming injury update on Napheesa Collier ahead of showdown vs Mercury

The Minnesota Lynx and Phoenix Mercury are set to square off in a Western Conference clash on Friday, but the Lynx may be without their star player. Ahead of the matchup, Minnesota delivered a concerning update on Napheesa Collier, listing the early-season MVP frontrunner as questionable due to a knee injury.

Collier was on the court for the Lynx’s 82-77 victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday and turned in a stellar all-around performance. She posted a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds while also adding five assists, five steals and two blocks, making a major impact on both ends of the floor.

It’s still unclear when the injury occurred, whether during the game against Seattle or in a subsequent practice. Regardless, fans are hoping the setback is minor and that Collier will return in time for Friday’s game, especially given the high level she’s been playing at this season.

Just two weeks into the season, Napheesa Collier has already established herself as a frontrunner in the MVP race. Her exceptional production through the first five games has not only been eye-popping statistically but also translated into key wins for the Minnesota Lynx, who are 5-0 and occupy the top spot in the conference standings.

The four-time All-Star currently leads the WNBA in scoring, averaging an impressive 26.8 points per game on 52.7% shooting, including a sharp 43.8% from 3-point range. Collier is also stuffing the stat sheet across the board, contributing 7.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per game.

Where to watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury?

The Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury game will take place Friday, May 30, at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. The game will tip off at 10 p.m. EST (7 p.m. PT).

The game will be televised live on ION. WNBA League Pass and the Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply) will live stream the game.