Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride put on a dazzling performance for the home crowd on Sunday, setting a new WNBA single-game record by sinking 10 3-pointers in a 103-90 victory over the Dallas Wings at Target Center. McBride, a five-time all-star and four-time EuroLeague champion, shot an impressive 10 out of 14 from beyond the arc, amassing a career-high 43 points.
The record-breaking moment occurred with 2:23 left in the game, propelling the Lynx to a 98-83 lead before McBride left the court to a thunderous applause with 1:21 remaining. Expressing gratitude to the fans and the organization for their unwavering support, McBride, who considers Minneapolis her home, emphasized the love and encouragement she receives from the community as her driving force to excel on the court.
Prior to McBride’s exceptional feat, the record for 3-pointers in a single game stood at nine, achieved on eight occasions, with Toronto’s Marina Mabrey accomplishing it twice this season. McBride’s stellar performance not only secured her place in history but also aided the Lynx in breaking their franchise’s single-game 3-point record by finishing 18 of 39 from downtown.
With this victory, the Lynx improved to 27-7, marking their 12th win in 13 games and becoming the first team to secure a playoff spot. McBride’s standout display highlighted the team’s offensive prowess, as they have consistently surpassed the 100-point mark in four of their last six games. Reflecting on her remarkable achievement, McBride expressed gratitude for returning to Minnesota and the support she has received from the fans throughout her impressive 13-year career in the league.