PREVIEW: The Minnesota Lynx enter Friday's matchup against the Las Vegas Aces with a commanding 21-4 record, sitting atop the Western Conference and boasting a perfect 13-0 home record. Napheesa Collier leads the charge, averaging 23 points per game, while Courtney Williams orchestrates the offense with 6.0 assists and Jessica Shepard provides efficient inside scoring at 58.2% from the floor. The Lynx have been exceptional this season, securing 21 victories out of 25 games and demonstrating consistent performance with four wins in their last five matches. They rank second in the league in scoring at 84.9 points per game and lead the WNBA in defensive efficiency, allowing just 74.7 points per game while holding opponents to 41.2% shooting. The Las Vegas Aces are navigating a challenging season with a 12-12 record, experiencing inconsistent performance that has seen them win five and lose five in their last ten games. A'ja Wilson remains the team's bright spot, leading in almost every category with 22.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game, while Chelsea Gray contributes 4.5 assists. Currently fourth in the Western Conference, the Aces are playing the second night of a back-to-back after losing to the Indiana Fever 80-70 on Thursday. With a 5-8 road record and potential fatigue from their previous game, they'll face a formidable Lynx squad that features not just Wilson's counterpart in Napheesa Collier, but a deep and talented roster.