Minnesota Lynx's revenge tour falls short of WNBA championship after devastating loss to Mercury in semifinals

The Minnesota Lynx's quest for WNBA redemption came to a heartbreaking end as they were eliminated from the playoffs by the Phoenix Mercury in the semifinals. After a dominant regular season and expectations of a championship run, the Lynx fell short, losing the series 3-2. The series was closely contested, with the Lynx and Mercury trading victories. However, the decisive Game 5 was a devastating loss for the Lynx, as they were unable to overcome the Mercury's strong performance. Lynx veteran Kayla McBride expressed the team's disappointment, acknowledging the pain of the loss. Despite the disappointing end to their season, the Lynx's resilience and determination throughout the year were commendable. They had set out to redeem themselves after a turbulent 2020 season, and their impressive regular-season record showcased their talent and determination. Although they fell short of their ultimate goal, the Lynx's 2022 campaign will be remembered as a valiant effort.