Napheesa Collier Shines as WNBA's Western Conference Player of the Week

The Minnesota Lynx remain undefeated this season, a feat largely attributed to the exceptional performance of Napheesa Collier. Her contributions on the court have not gone unnoticed, as she has been named the WNBA's Western Conference Player of the Week.

Collier's impressive statistics from the Lynx's first four games include an average of 29.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. These numbers reflect her dominance and skill, setting a high bar for the competition.

In fact, her overall performance places her at the forefront of the league: she leads in points per game with 26.8 and boasts a player efficiency rating of 33.4. Additionally, she ranks second in offensive win shares (1.1), tenth in rebounds per game (7.8), fourth in steals per game (2.4), and fifth in blocks per game (1.4). While the season is still young, Collier's play suggests she is on track for MVP consideration.

Last year, Collier was recognized as a member of the All-WNBA First Team and earned the title of Defensive Player of the Year during the Lynx's unexpected journey to the WNBA Finals. Her accolades also include a gold medal with Team USA at the Summer Olympics.

Following her successful season, Collier has continued to excel in her offseason endeavors. She was named MVP of Unrivaled, a 3-on-3 basketball league she co-founded, and TIME magazine recognized her as one of its 100 Most Influential People.