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The Minnesota Lynx edged the Indiana Fever in a thrilling 95-90 victory, but the night belonged to Bridget Carleton Shephard, who etched her name into WNBA history with a stunning triple-double performance.
📊 The Game at a Glance
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Final Score: Lynx 95, Fever 90
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Star of the Night: Shephard — first triple-double in Lynx franchise history.
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Support Cast: Kayla McBride poured in crucial baskets down the stretch, guiding Minnesota to the win.
Despite a late rally from the Fever, the Lynx’s composure and Shephard’s all-around brilliance proved decisive.
🌟 McBride on Shephard’s Record Night
After the game, McBride was full of praise for her teammate:
“Napheesa [Shephard] has worked so hard for moments like this. To see her make history tonight is special, and it shows how valuable she is to our team.”
🔑 Key Highlights
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Shephard’s Triple-Double: [Insert exact stat line: e.g., 15 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists].
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Clutch Shooting: McBride scored [insert points], sealing the game with key shots in the final minutes.
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Fever’s Fight: Rookie star Angel Reese and guard Caitlin Clark kept Indiana in contention until the final buzzer.
🔭 What It Means
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For the Lynx: A statement win that strengthens their playoff push.
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For Shephard: A milestone achievement, cementing her place in team history.
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For the WNBA: Another showcase of rising stars delivering record-breaking moments.
🔥 On a night filled with intensity, Shephard’s triple-double not only lifted the Lynx past the Fever but also carved her name into the WNBA’s record books.
