Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24), Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7), and Minnesota Lynx forward Bridget Carleton (6) watch a free throw Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Minnesota Lynx at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. © Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK
Former Cyclone Bridget Carleton has earned the nickname, ‘Big Shot,’ as the 2024 WNBA season has transpired.
The Canadian standout hit another big shot on Sunday as the Minnesota Lynx opened their WNBA Playoffs with a 102-95 win over Phoenix.
BRIDGET “BIG SHOT” CARLETON DOES IT AGAIN 👑
Clutch bucket may have sealed the deal for the @minnesotalynx in Game 1
MIN-PHX | #WNBAPlayoffs presented by Google pic.twitter.com/Mu4U91Y9Xz
— WNBA (@WNBA) September 22, 2024
Carleton finished with 12 points in the Lynx’ win, adding six rebounds and four assists while shooting 4-8 from the field.
In her sixth year in the league, Carleton has emerged as a star for the Lynx this year, playing 35 minutes during Game 1.
Minnesota will face Phoenix with a chance to advance to the semifinals Wednesday in Game 2 at 8:30 p.m. on ESPN.
