How to watch Mystics vs. Lynx originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
After winning three of their previous four matchups, the Washington Mystics dropped a close contest to the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday 80-75. It was a very contentious matchup, complete with two controversial Diana Taurasi shoves, a step-over causing a melee, and a few technical fouls en route to the Mystics' loss.
Now, Washington looks to move up in the WNBA standings with a win over the Minnesota Lynx, who come into the matchup with the second-worst winning percentage in the WNBA. Here's everything you need to know about the matchup:
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MYSTICS vs. LYNX HOW TO WATCH
What: Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx
Where: Entertainment and Sports Arena, Washington, D.C.
When: Sunday, July 17, 3:00 p.m. ET
TV Channel: Mystics vs. Lynx will be broadcast on NBC Sports Washington
Live Stream: You can live stream Mystics vs. Lynx on NBC Sports Washington's live stream page and on the NBC Sports App.
MYSTICS vs. LYNX TV SCHEDULE
3:00 PM: Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx (LIVE)
MYSTICS vs. LYNX WHAT TO WATCH
Elena Delle Donne continues to pace the Mystics with a team-leading 16.8 points per contest - a welcome sight for the former MVP after making a triumphant return from back issues this season. She poured in team-highs with 19 points and 12 rebounds in Washington's ill-fated game against the Mercury.
Minnesota, though, posts a stacked frontcourt of their own. Center Sylvia Fowles leads the squad in points and rebounds this season despite the fact the Lynx are at the bottom of the West.
MYSTICS vs. LYNX PLAYERS TO WATCH
Myisha Hines-Allen (8.0 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 2.0 APG): Though EDD is Washington's most efficient player, Hines-Allen was at the center of the drama on Thursday as her step-over of Sophie Cunningham caused a scuffle that needed to be broken up by officials and teammates. We'll see if Hines-Allen is at the center of more drama on Sunday against Minnesota.
Sylvia Fowles (15.1 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 1.0 APG): Fowles is Minnesota's best player, plain and simple. Washington's frontcourt will have their hands full with the veteran center, so keeping her at bay will be of key importance to a potential Mystics' win.
