Minnesota Lynx

Play-by-play broadcaster Sloane Martin tells us everything we need to know about the WNBA Lynx vs Mercury playoffs ahead of game 2.

Tuesday on FOX 9's All Day, Don Williams, the father of Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams, joined Amy Hockert to talk about the WNBA Playoffs and the Lynx hosting the Phoenix Mercury for Game 2 of the semifinals.

This week on the H & H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake recap a busy week in Minnesota sports and look ahead to the NBA’s future. Minnesota Lynx: Fresh off knocking out the Golden State Valkyries in the first round, but Lake says they’ve got to start games faster if they want to keep advancing in the playoffs. NBA Future: With LeBron James hinting at retirement, the guys debate whether Anthony Edwards can take the torch as the league’s next face — and what the NBA might look like without King James. Minnesota Twins: As the season wraps up, Lake searches for reasons to be optimistic heading into next year. Minnesota Vikings: After laying an egg against the Falcons, Hicks and Lake break down what’s really going on with the team and rookie QB J.J. McCarthy.

The Minnesota Vikings bounced back in a big way with a 48-10 win over the Bengals. Carson Wentz made his first start in purple and delivered, while the defense forced five turnovers. But are we entering a QB controversy? Ahmad Hicks says JJ McCarthy deserves more time, while Henry Lake argues the best player should play ? no matter who it is. The guys also dive into the Minnesota Lynx?s comeback win over the Mercury, and why Napheesa Collier was unfairly left out of postseason awards. Plus, Pablo L�pez lands on the IL ? why both Lake and Hicks think that could actually help the Twins long term. And with the Gophers back in action vs. Rutgers, Ahmad challenges P.J. Fleck to raise the standard after another frustrating loss. Don?t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Minnesota sports talk every week!

The Vikings, Lynx and Twins are all playing in Minneapolis this weekend. FOX 9's Leon Purvis has the full report.

Lynx forward player Alanna Smith tied for the title of Co-Defensive Player of the Year. The team is now looking to secure their fifth WNBA title win. Rob Olson has the full report.

Alanna Smith, of the Minnesota Lynx, was named the WNBA's Co-Defensive Player of the year alongside A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces. FOX 9's Rob Olson has the full report.

Jillian Hiscock is the owner of A Bar of Their Own tells us about why her bar only airs women's sports and their excitement with the Lynx making the WNBA playoffs.

The Minnesota Lynx opened the WNBA Playoffs with a 101-72 win over the Las Vegas Valkyries at Target Center. FOX 9's Leon Purvis was there to capture the fan excitement.

This week, we’re breaking down the state of Minnesota sports: -Can the Vikings be true title contenders with JJ McCarthy at QB? And how dangerous is the WR room now that Adam Thielen is back alongside Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and Jalen Nailor? -We dive into Anthony Edwards’ second signature shoe and how his world tour in China has cemented him as a rising global icon. -What’s left to look forward to in the Twins’ season, and what does the future hold? -Plus, the Lynx lock up the WNBA’s best record—all that’s left is chasing the Finals. The H&H crew has you covered with all things Vikings, Wolves, Twins, and Lynx. Tap in and join the conversation!

In this week’s episode of H&H: The Henry and Hicks Show, the duo breaks down the Vikings’ opening preseason game, including how the first-team offense looked in its lone possession. They also discuss the expectations surrounding J.J. McCarthy as the New England Patriots arrive in town for joint practices. Are fans too attached to their local broadcasters to accept someone new? Lake and Hicks analyze Ryan Lefebvre’s call of the Twins’ last-minute home runs that propelled them past the Royals — and debate why his style might not be for everyone. Plus, the Lynx keep their hot streak alive, defeating the New York Liberty for the second time this season. But while newly acquired guard Dijonai Carrington is playing lights-out basketball, she still refuses to join the team’s postgame electric slide. Ahmad and Henry disagree on the matter, and Lake gives a live demonstration.

Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve ended her Thursday media session at Mayo Clinic Square by condemning the throwing of adult toys onto WNBA courts in recent games during live action. Reeve says it's the latest version of sexualizing women in sports, and it's not funny.

In this week’s episode of H&H: the Henry and Hicks podcast, the two discuss a range of topics from the massive fire sale at the MLB trade deadline for the Minnesota Twins. They parted ways with 40% of their active roster, and Ahmad believes they should be discounting tickets as a result. Napheesa Collier sustained an injury while her team was up 40-plus points and now will miss two weeks. Ahmad and Henry break down whether she should’ve been in the game and if head coach Cheryl Reeve made the right decision to leave her in the game. Shannon Sharpe, a NFL Hall of Famer and budding entrepreneur, recently parted ways with ESPN just days after settling his rape lawsuit. Henry dives deep into the decision making of wealthy athletes and how they sometimes lead to costly consequences. And the Vikings play in their first preseason game this weekend and head coach Kevin O’Connell says J.J. McCarthy will play, so the two discuss what they’re hoping to see when the Vikings take on the Texans.