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The WNBA's best team is getting a massive boost ahead of the All-Star Game. Napheesa Collier, a four-time All-WNBA selection who led Minnesota to the Finals in 2024, is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Seattle Storm.
Minnesota has thrived without Collier, going 21-6 including an impressive 11-2 on the road. Olivia Miles has been the driving force. The Rookie of the Year favorite is averaging 19.6 points, six assists and 4.8 assists. Natasha Howard has also been stellar with averages of 16.1 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.8 steals.
Collier underwent surgeries on both of her ankles during the offseason. She had a right ankle procedure on New Year's Day then got her left ankle repaired in March. Collier returned to team activities on July 1, so she's had three weeks to ramp up her conditioning.
For her career, Collier averages 18.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.2 blocks. Her return makes Minnesota the runaway title favorite.
Is Napheesa Collier playing tonight?
Collier is expected to suit up against Seattle. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve told reporters earlier his month to not expect much of a minutes restriction upon Collier's return.
What happened to Napheesa Collier?
Collier suffered injuries to both of her ankles during the 2025 season. She missed three weeks in August with a right ankle injury before tearing three ligaments in her left ankle in the WNBA semifinals. Collier wasn't able to finish the series and the Phoenix Mercury promptly eliminated the Lynx.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: Napheesa Collier injury update: Is Lynx star playing tonight?
