WNBA Dimes
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Hey! It’s Cookie O'Clock! Welcome back to WNBA Dimes, where we dish out all the spiciest plays and coolest highlights from the court. I'm your host, Brooke, here to keep you entertained and informed.
First up, the Minnesota Lynx made quite the statement with a 91-68 win over the Chicago Sky. Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier, both scoring 19 points, were on fire! Even though Minnesota trailed 24-18 in the first quarter, they turned it around with a 29-14 rampage in the second. Collier was an all-around force, nearly clinching a quadruple-double, and the Lynx are still undefeated at home. You better believe they're the team to beat!
Sliding over to the nation's capital, the Los Angeles Sparks pulled off a thrilling comeback against the Mystics, winning 93-86. Falling behind 18-3? No problem! Dearica Hamby was unstoppable with 24 points and 14 rebounds, marking her 48th career double-double. Rickea Jackson chipped in 22 points, including four triples. The Sparks' three-point shooting was hotter than a summer barbecue!
In Las Vegas, the Aces strutted back from the All-Star break with an 87-72 victory over the Atlanta Dream. A’ja Wilson was absolutely stellar, posting 24 points and 12 rebounds. Dana Evans sparked a 9-0 second-quarter surge that had the Dream reeling. With their defensive tenacity on full display, it looks like the Aces are ready to roll on their road trip.
Last but not least, the New York Liberty outclassed the Indiana Fever, 98-84. Jonquel Jones returned from an ankle injury to score 18 points, proving she's back and better than ever! Knicks fans, hold your breath—Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu kept the momentum going to finish strong. The Liberty's depth is scarier than my last credit card bill!
Now for our spotlight superstars! Napheesa Collier is showing off her impressive blocking skills, notching her fourth game with at least four blocks. Meanwhile, over in L.A., Dearica Hamby’s double-double makes her top 25 all-time in rebounds. Talk about hitting milestones! And let’s not forget A’ja Wilson, who snagged her 108th career double-double, ranking sixth in league history. She’s a legend in the making, folks!
As we look ahead, Minnesota flexes as the WNBA’s benchmark. The Liberty are hot on their heels, prepping for a fierce rivalry. Los Angeles, with their newfound mojo, is vying for that playoff spot, while Las Vegas is looking to capitalize on their momentum with a road swing. Keep an eye on the Lynx vs. Aces and Liberty vs. Sky in the coming days. These games could shake up the standings faster than a Hollywood plot twist!
That’s it for today’s episode of WNBA Dimes. Thanks for tuning in with your Cookie O'Clock crew. Catch you on the next sweet scoop!
WNBA Dimes – July 23, 2025
## Overview
Tuesday’s return from the WNBA All-Star break featured four pivotal matchups, each delivering standout performances and shifting playoff landscapes. Minnesota (21-4), Los Angeles (9-14), Las Vegas (12-11), and New York (16-6) all secured victories in contests highlighted by double-digit scoring efforts, defensive dominance, and milestone achievements ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/article/mcbride-collier-score-19-points-apiece-as-lynx-20781516.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [silverscreenandroll.com](https://www.silverscreenandroll.com/2025/7/22/24472687/sparks-vs-mystics-final-score-recap-stats-rickea-jackson-dearica-hamby-azura-stevens?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## Minnesota Lynx 91, Chicago Sky 68
Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier each poured in 19 points as the Lynx tightened their grip on first place with a commanding 91-68 home win over the Sky. After trailing 24-18 at the end of the first quarter, Minnesota rallied behind a 29-14 second quarter, extending its advantage with a 23-12 edge in the third to pull away decisively ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/article/mcbride-collier-score-19-points-apiece-as-lynx-20781516.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/recap/_/gameId/401736259?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
Collier nearly recorded a quadruple-double, adding eight rebounds, four assists, and four blocks, while Bridget Carlton chipped in 11 points and Courtney Williams and Alanna Smith added 10 apiece. Defensively, the Lynx forced 23 Sky turnovers—turning them into 20 points—and blocked eight shots, four by Collier, underscoring Minnesota’s season-long interior presence ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/article/mcbride-collier-score-19-points-apiece-as-lynx-20781516.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [nbcsports.com](https://www.nbcsports.com/watch/wnba/wnba-2025-highlights-sabrina-ionescu-takes-over-kayla-mcbride-scores-19?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Minnesota remains unbeaten at home (13-0) as they prepare to host Las Vegas on Friday.
## Los Angeles Sparks 93, Washington Mystics 86
The Sparks overcame an 18-3 first-quarter deficit to notch their third straight win, prevailing 93-86 in Washington. A 7-0 run early in the second shifted momentum, and Los Angeles never relinquished the lead after closing the half ahead. Dearica Hamby spearheaded the comeback with 24 points and 14 rebounds, marking her 48th career double-double, while Rickea Jackson contributed 22 points on four triples ([washingtonpost.com](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/07/22/mystics-sparks-rematch/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [abc7.com](https://abc7.com/post/dearica-hambys-24-points-14-rebounds-lead-sparks-mystics-93-86-3rd-straight-win/17250402/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
Despite Washington’s 16-point burst in the opening quarter—capped by seven turnovers forced by Brittney Sykes—the Mystics couldn’t contain L.A.’s balanced attack. Azurá Stevens added 15 points, and Kelsey Plum tallied 11 points and seven assists despite an ankle scare. The Sparks shot 51.5% from the floor and drained 13 three-pointers en route to a crucial road victory that snapped their .500 skid at the All-Star break ([silverscreenandroll.com](https://www.silverscreenandroll.com/2025/7/22/24472687/sparks-vs-mystics-final-score-recap-stats-rickea-jackson-dearica-hamby-azura-stevens?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [mystics.wnba.com](https://mystics.wnba.com/news/game-recap-mystics-late-push-falls-short-in-loss-to-sparks?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## Las Vegas Aces 87, Atlanta Dream 72
Returning from the All-Star break, the Aces climbed back above .500 with an 87-72 triumph over Atlanta. A’ja Wilson led four double-digit scorers with 24 points on 50% shooting and grabbed 12 rebounds for her lone double-double of the night. Dana Evans provided a 9-0 second-quarter surge—finishing with 14 points—while Jackie Young added 14 and NaLyssa Smith posted 11, helping Las Vegas outlast an early Dream run ([aces.wnba.com](https://aces.wnba.com/news/game-recap-four-aces-record-double-digit-scoring-in-87-72-win-over-dream?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/wilson-s-double-double-evans-spark-off-the-20781678.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
Atlanta countered with Allisha Gray’s 24 points and Jordin Canada’s 12, but could never retake control after the first quarter. The Aces forced 14 turnovers and tied a franchise record with 13 steals, showcasing the defensive tenacity that coach Becky Hammon demands. Las Vegas (12-11) now embarks on a four-game road trip, beginning at Indiana on Thursday ([aces.wnba.com](https://aces.wnba.com/news/game-recap-four-aces-record-double-digit-scoring-in-87-72-win-over-dream?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/wilson-s-double-double-evans-spark-off-the-20781678.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## New York Liberty 98, Indiana Fever 84
Jonquel Jones made a triumphant return from an ankle injury, pouring in 18 points to lead New York to a 98-84 victory over Indiana. Trailing 67-60 late in the third, the Liberty closed the quarter on a 9-0 run and dominated the fourth 29-17 behind Breanna Stewart’s 17 points and Sabrina Ionescu’s 10-point burst off the bench. Six Liberty players reached double figures in the win, cementing New York’s depth advantage ([fever.wnba.com](https://fever.wnba.com/news/game-recap-fever-liberty-250722?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [abc7ny.com](https://abc7ny.com/post/jonquel-jones-puts-18-lead-liberty-fever-return/17251237/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
Indiana countered with Kelsey Mitchell’s 29 points and Aliyah Boston’s double-double (15 points, 12 rebounds), but the Fever were hampered by the absence of Caitlin Clark and turnovers in key moments. With the victory, the Liberty improve to 16-6 and maintain their hold on second place in the Eastern Conference as they eye a late-season push for the top seed ([fever.wnba.com](https://fever.wnba.com/news/game-recap-fever-liberty-250722?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [abc7ny.com](https://abc7ny.com/post/jonquel-jones-puts-18-lead-liberty-fever-return/17251237/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## Standout Performances & Milestones
- Napheesa Collier recorded her fourth game with at least four blocks, while Kayla McBride set a new season high with 12 points at halftime ([houstonchronicle.com](https://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/article/mcbride-collier-score-19-points-apiece-as-lynx-20781516.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [canishoopus.com](https://www.canishoopus.com/2025/7/22/24471933/lynx-vs-sky-wnba-final-score-game-recap-studbudz-courtney-williams-napheesa-collier-kayla-mcbride?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- Dearica Hamby’s double-double marked her 48th career, moving her within the top 25 all-time in rebounds ([abc7.com](https://abc7.com/post/dearica-hambys-24-points-14-rebounds-lead-sparks-mystics-93-86-3rd-straight-win/17250402/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- A’ja Wilson extended her career double-double tally to 108, ranking sixth in league history ([aces.wnba.com](https://aces.wnba.com/news/game-recap-four-aces-record-double-digit-scoring-in-87-72-win-over-dream?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctpost.com](https://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/wilson-s-double-double-evans-spark-off-the-20781678.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- The Liberty’s balanced attack featured six players in double figures for the fifth time this season, highlighting their championship pedigree ([fever.wnba.com](https://fever.wnba.com/news/game-recap-fever-liberty-250722?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [abc7ny.com](https://abc7ny.com/post/jonquel-jones-puts-18-lead-liberty-fever-return/17251237/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## Implications & What’s Next
Minnesota reaffirms its status as the WNBA’s benchmark club, while New York continues its chase to unseat the Lynx. Los Angeles’s late-season resurgence offers hope for a playoff berth, and Las Vegas aims to build on its momentum during the upcoming road swing. Key matchups to watch include Lynx vs. Aces on July 25 and Liberty vs. Sky on July 27, both of which could reshape conference hierarchies as the regular season approaches its home stretch.
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