McBride sets WNBA 3-point record with 10 triples
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- Kayla McBride made 10 of 14 three-pointers for a new WNBA single-game record, scoring a career-high 43 points in the Lynx’s 103-90 win over the Dallas Wings
- Minnesota Lynx clinched a playoff berth with the victory, becoming the first team this season to secure a postseason spot and improving to a 27-7 record despite Napheesa Collier missing 27 games
- Olivia Miles recorded 20 points and a season-high 13 assists, with ESPN Insights noting McBride scored 22 points off her passes, highlighting their on-court synergy
- Kayla McBride was unaware she was one shot away from the record until a coach informed her late in the fourth quarter, hitting the 10th three with 2:23 remaining to a standing ovation
- Kelsey Mitchell previously held the mark with nine three-pointers in 2019, a feat matched seven times since—including by Chelsea Gray and Marina Mabrey this season—but never surpassed until McBride’s performance
Why it matters: At 34 years old and in her 13th season, McBride’s record-setting game reinforces her decision to re-sign with Minnesota, delivering immediate impact as the Lynx chase a championship and potentially break their franchise win record. Her performance also underscores the value of continuity and veteran leadership in a league where free agents often seek new destinations.
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