Napheesa Collier Signs Supermax Deal to Return to Minnesota Lynx
Sources: Collier back to Lynx on supermax deal
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Napheesa Collier has signed a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract to return to the Minnesota Lynx, making her the third WNBA player to secure such a deal. Despite injuries that sidelined her during the previous season, Collier's return is crucial for the Lynx as they navigate roster changes.
- 01Napheesa Collier signs a $1.4 million supermax contract with the Minnesota Lynx.
- 02She averaged 22.9 points and 7.3 rebounds last season, finishing second in MVP voting.
- 03Collier is one of three players in WNBA history to sign a supermax deal.
- 04The Lynx lost several key players in the offseason but retained Collier.
- 05Collier is expected to miss part of the upcoming season due to ankle surgeries.
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Napheesa Collier has signed a one-year supermax contract worth $1.4 million to return to the Minnesota Lynx, becoming the third player in WNBA history to do so. Last season, Collier averaged 22.9 points and 7.3 rebounds, finishing second in MVP voting for the second consecutive year. She achieved a remarkable 50-40-90 shooting split, making her the second player in league history to do so. However, her season was marred by injuries, including a right ankle issue that caused her to miss seven games and a left ankle injury that ended her postseason early. Despite these setbacks, Collier's return is vital for the Lynx, who have seen several key contributors depart, including Bridget Carleton and Natisha Hiedeman. The Lynx have re-signed Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride and drafted Olivia Miles with the No. 2 pick in the WNBA draft, but Collier's presence is crucial as they aim to compete in the upcoming season.
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Collier's return is crucial for the Lynx as they aim to remain competitive in the WNBA, especially after losing key players.
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