The Lynx are on the move! 🌍
The Minnesota Lynx players are spreading their wings this offseason, showcasing their talents across the globe. But with the WNBA's current pause, where exactly are these basketball stars taking their skills? Let's dive in and explore their international adventures.
A Global Affair
The Lynx have a whopping 12 players either playing or preparing to play this offseason, each bringing their unique skills to various teams worldwide. Here's a glimpse of their destinations and performances:
- Kayla McBride is back in Turkey, lighting it up for Fenerbahçe. She's leading the team with her signature offensive prowess.
- Turkey-KBSL: 17.0 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 3.0 APG, 0.5 SPG over 4 games.
- EuroLeague: Impressive numbers with 15.8 PPG, 3.3 APG, 2.0 RPG, and 1.5 SPG in 4 games.
- Bridget Carleton is exploring a new basketball frontier in the Czech Republic, adding to her already impressive list of countries played in.
- Czech Republic-ZBL: Solid start with 11.0 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 2.0 APG, and 1.8 SPG.
- EuroLeague: Maintaining the momentum with 11.0 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 2.0 APG, and 1.0 SPG.
- Jessica Shepard has taken her talents to Italy, joining Famila Schio. She's been a consistent double-double threat.
- Italy-Serie A1: 16.4 PPG, 7.9 RPG, 1.4 APG, and 1.1 SPG over 7 games.
- EuroLeague: Dominating the boards with 13.7 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 2.3 APG, and 1.2 SPG.
- Maria Kliundikova is back in her native Russia, teaming up with fellow Lynx player Anastasiia Olairi Kosu at UMMC Yekateringburg.
- Russia-PBL: Well-rounded performance with 12.8 PPG, 6.9 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.6 SPG, and 1.1 BPG.
- Dorka Juhász, who opted to stay overseas during the 2025 WNBA season, is now in Turkey, showcasing her skills with Galatasaray.
- Turkey-KBSL: 13.8 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 1.3 APG, 1.3 SPG, and 0.7 BPG.
- EuroLeague: 12.6 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, and 1.0 BPG, proving her versatility.
- Anastasiia Olairi Kosu is also in Russia, reuniting with Kliundikova at UMMC Yekateringburg, aiming to build on her rookie season.
- Russia-PBL: 12.3 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 2.0 SPG, and 0.4 BPG, showing defensive prowess.
- Maia Hirsch, a 2023 draft pick yet to debut in the WNBA, continues her development in France with Charleville-Mezieres.
- Franco-BWL: 19.5 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 0.6 APG, and 0.3 BPG.
- EuroLeague: Contributing with 7.0 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.0 APG, and 0.8 SPG.
- Camryn Taylor, who joined the Lynx late in 2025, has relocated from Greece to France, now with Landerneau Bretagne Basket.
- France-BWL: Starting to find her rhythm with recent double-digit performances.
The Home Front
Meanwhile, four Lynx players are gearing up for the second season of Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 league that's expanding to eight teams in 2026. Napheesa Collier, Courtney Williams, Natisha Hiedeman, and Alanna Smith will represent the Lynx in this unique basketball format.
And there you have it! The Lynx family is truly global this offseason. As we eagerly await the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, these players are keeping the Lynx spirit alive worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates, and feel free to share your thoughts on these international ventures. Are these global experiences beneficial for the players and the WNBA as a whole? Let's discuss in the comments!
