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Kayla McBride scores 19 to help Lynx extend win streak to 7 games

Minnesota Lynx defeat Phoenix Mercury 89-76

McBride leads Lynx with 19 points

The Minnesota Lynx extended their winning streak to seven games on Thursday night with an 89-76 victory over the Phoenix Mercury.

Kayla McBride led the Lynx with 19 points, while Sylvia Fowles added 18 points and 11 rebounds.

The Lynx took control of the game in the second quarter, outscoring the Mercury 26-15 to take a 10-point lead into halftime.

The Mercury closed the gap to five points in the third quarter, but the Lynx held on to win.

The Lynx are now 13-7 on the season, while the Mercury are 7-14.

**Highlights:** * Kayla McBride scored 19 points, including 5-of-8 shooting from three-point range. * Sylvia Fowles added 18 points and 11 rebounds. * The Lynx held the Mercury to just 39.8% shooting from the field. **Next up:** * The Lynx will host the Dallas Wings on Saturday night. * The Mercury will host the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday afternoon.