19-05-2025
Minnesota Lynx Star Named Most Likely to Win MVP
Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier is undoubtedly one of the best players in the WNBA.
She put together one of her best seasons as a pro last season, solidifying her status as a franchise cornerstone. Now, she is getting significant recognition from general managers throughout the league.
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In a survey released by the WNBA, general managers voted Collier as the player most likely to win the 2025 KIA WNBA MVP Award.
She received 67% of the votes, finishing ahead of Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson (25%) and Indiana Fever second-year guard Caitlin Clark, who received 8%.
Collier's ascension as one of the best players in the league has been one to watch; she finished second in MVP voting last season and earned the Defensive Player of the Year Award. She averaged 20.4 points, 9.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists while leading the Lynx to a 30-10 record.
In the same survey, she tied with Wilson for the best forward in the league, receiving 33% of the was voted the best defensive player in the WNBA, receiving 33% of the votes while beaten out Wilson and Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas.
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It remains to be seen whether Collier can win the MVP this season. She's clearly shown the ability to elevate her play and has delivered great results for the Lynx. She enters this season as a favorite to win the are considered favorites to win it all, and it's hard not to see why.
They boost one of the most talented rosters in the league with Collier, Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride, and should be in contention for a championship.
