The Seattle Storm fell to the Minnesota Lynx 91-87 in a tightly contested WNBA matchup on August 6, 2025. In a game that went down to the final possessions, the Minnesota Lynx secured a crucial road victory against the Seattle Storm, edging them out 91-87. The match was a back-and-forth affair with both teams trading leads throughout the second half. A key three-pointer from the Lynx in the final two minutes gave them a lead they would not relinquish, as they held off a late surge from the Storm's star guard. The result was significant in the Western Conference playoff race, with the Lynx picking up a valuable win against a direct rival. The Storm, despite a strong performance from their frontcourt, were ultimately undone by a few critical turnovers in the closing minutes. Post-match, the Lynx coach praised her team's defensive resilience, while the Storm's coach pointed to the need for better execution in clutch situations. The starting lineups featured the Storm's veteran core against the Lynx's balanced offensive attack.