Lynx HC Cheryl Reeve Provides Napheesa Collier Update — Sort Of
Summary
Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier had ankle surgery in March and was expected to return in early June, but her coach says she is not yet back to full team activities. Collier was injured last September with a serious ankle tear, affecting the Lynx’s playoff run, but the team has started the new season strong.Key Facts
- Napheesa Collier had a second ankle surgery on March 24.
- The Minnesota Lynx hoped she would return to playing in early June.
- Coach Cheryl Reeve said Collier is on the court but not fully participating in team events yet.
- Collier was injured last September with a Grade 2 tear of three ankle ligaments.
- The Lynx lost in the playoffs after Collier’s injury in 2025 despite finishing the season with the best record.
- The Lynx currently have a 7-2 record in the 2026 season.
- Rookie Olivia Miles, the second overall pick in 2026, has been a major contributor to the team’s success.
- The Lynx aim to win their second WNBA Commissioner's Cup and their first WNBA championship since 2017.
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