Connecticut Sun and Minnesota Lynx Set for 2024 WNBA Semifinals Showdown
The stage is set for an intense rematch as the No. 3-seed Connecticut Sun and No. 2-seed Minnesota Lynx prepare to battle in the 2024 WNBA Semifinals. The best-of-five series kicks off this Sunday, Sept. 29, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, promising a thrilling contest between two of the league’s most competitive teams.
Both teams enter the semifinals after sweeping their first-round opponents with ease. The Sun, coming off a 28-12 regular-season record, were dominant throughout, while the Lynx, with an impressive 30-10 mark, have showcased their best basketball in years. This matchup is especially intriguing as the two teams met in the first round of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs, where the Sun emerged victorious in a hard-fought series, 2-1.
The Sun, led by veteran stars Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner, have built a reputation as one of the league’s toughest and most resilient teams. Their physical style of play and experienced roster have now propelled them to their fifth-straight semifinal appearance, a testament to the winning culture established in Connecticut. Despite their consistent success, the Sun are still in search of their first WNBA championship, and their sights are firmly set on finally securing that elusive title this season.
On the other side, the Minnesota Lynx are enjoying a renaissance, reminiscent of their glory days in the mid-2010s when they dominated the league with legends like Maya Moore and Sylvia Fowles. The current squad, led by MVP candidate Napheesa Collier, has vastly improved from its 19-win campaign in 2023. Collier, a versatile forward, has cemented her status as one of the league’s premier players, lifting the Lynx to new heights.
Minnesota’s offseason moves played a critical role in their resurgence, with the additions of Courtney Williams and Alanna Smith bolstering the roster. The Lynx have crafted an offense centered on ball movement and 3-point shooting, setting a WNBA record for assist rate during the regular season, with 76.43 percent of their baskets assisted. They also led the league in 3-point shooting percentage, converting 38 percent from beyond the arc.
With both teams riding high on momentum and roster improvements, this semifinal series is poised to be a closely contested battle. The Sun’s relentless defense and physical play will clash with the Lynx’s efficient, high-paced offense in what promises to be one of the most exciting matchups of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs.
As Connecticut seeks to finally capture its first-ever WNBA title and Minnesota eyes a return to championship glory, all eyes will be on this highly anticipated showdown. Fans can expect nothing short of a thrilling series when these two powerhouses collide on Sunday night.
