The Minnesota Lynx are about to receive a major boost.
According to Annie Costabile, WNBA superstar Napheesa Collier will make her highly anticipated 2026 season debut on Tuesday after spending months recovering from offseason ankle surgeries.
Collier has not played this season after undergoing procedures on both ankles during the offseason. Her return comes at a pivotal point in the campaign as the Lynx continue their push toward championship contention. Minnesota is expected to ease the reigning WNBA MVP candidate back into action, with Collier likely playing under a minutes restriction.
One of the league’s most complete players, Collier impacts the game on both ends of the floor with her elite scoring, rebounding, defense, and versatility. Her return gives the Lynx another All-WNBA caliber presence as they prepare for the stretch run of the regular season.
The timing couldn’t be better for Minnesota. Adding a healthy Napheesa Collier to an already talented roster significantly raises the Lynx’s ceiling and strengthens their case as one of the WNBA’s top championship contenders.
All eyes will be on Collier as she takes the floor for the first time this season, marking the end of a lengthy rehabilitation process and the beginning of what the Lynx hope will be another deep postseason run.
