In an electrifying display, Napheesa Collier scored 42 points, tying the WNBA playoff record for single-game scoring, as the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Phoenix Mercury 101-88 in Game 2, completing a sweep of the first-round series. This victory propels the Lynx into the semifinals, where they will face the Connecticut Sun. Collier's stellar performance not only highlighted her individual talent but also marked a historic moment in WNBA playoffs. Earlier in the series, she had already impressed with a 38-point game to secure the Lynx's position. As the Lynx prepare for the next round, their focus will shift to continuing their strong momentum in the playoffs.