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WNBA·ANALYSIS·July 20, 2026 11:57 PM ET

Dominique Malonga converts back-to-back possessions for Storm lead

Seattle entered the contest on a four-game losing streak.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 211 min read
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Seattle takes the lead 🚨 Dominique Malonga scores on back-to-back possessions to give the Storm a 86-82 lead with 5:47 Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Dominique Malonga scored on consecutive offensive trips, pushing Seattle ahead 86-82 with 5:47 left against the Minnesota Lynx. The matchup remains in progress, with the Storm holding a 90-86 edge.

Why it matters: The Storm are attempting to defeat a Minnesota squad that carries a 20-6 overall mark. The Lynx came into the game riding a five-game winning streak and averaging 91.2 points per contest.

By the numbers: Kayla McBride has recorded a game-high 25 points for Minnesota. Olivia Miles has added 25 points and seven assists for the Storm, while Flau'jae Johnson has contributed 22 points.

What to watch: Seattle will look to hold off the Lynx in the closing minutes of regulation.

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