Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun on October 8th

In just the third Game 5 in Lynx history – with a 2-1 record, all at home (2015, 2016 and 2017 Finals) – the Lynx and Sun will complete an even series. In four games, the Lynx have scored 319 points and the Sun have scored 316 points. The Lynx made 28 three-pointers while the Sun made 25. Both teams have had separate wins on each other’s home courts. The Sun are 0-2 in Game 5, both on the road, losing in the 2019 final in Washington and the 2020 semifinal in Las Vegas. In Sunday’s 92-82 win, Sun guard Ty Harris, in her first start since an ankle injury, led the team with 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting, including 4 of 5 from three.

Arrive early: Don’t miss a second of our home playoff game. Plan ahead and arrive early to avoid downtown traffic.

No baggage restrictions: To ensure the safety of guests and staff and to reduce guest entry times, bags no larger than 5″ x 9″ are permitted. Any bags larger than 5″ x 9″ (including handbags, backpacks and duffel bags) are not permitted in the arena. Exempt from this policy are diaper bags and medical bags (which must be searched upon entry).

Giveaway items: All fans will receive a Lynx Rally towel courtesy of Target

TV channels: ESPN2
Radio: KFAN FM | Lynx app

At the time of writing, here is the injury report:

Tiffany Mitchell – Out (Illness)