Courtney Williams returns to Lynx on two-year max deal

Two-time WNBA All-Star courtney williams returning to minnesota lynx on a two-year maximum deal, his agent, Marcus Crenshaw of The FAM Sports Agency, told ESPN on Sunday.

One of the most efficient midrange shooters in the league, Williams averaged 13.6 points, 6.2 assists and 4.9 rebounds with the Lynx last season.

The 5-foot-8 point guard has been a key contributor to the Lynx’s recent success. Williams helped Minnesota reach the WNBA Finals in 2024 and played a key role in Minnesota earning the No. 1 seed in the playoffs last year. He is recognized as a member of the dynamic duo “Studbudz”. Natisha Hideman After his live stream went viral last season.

After being selected eighth overall out of the University of South Florida in 2016 phoenix mercurywent to play for williams connecticut sun And chicago sky. After a standout season with Chicago in 2023, he initially signed a two-year deal with Minnesota in 2024.

Williams’ return is the first known move made by the Lynx in free agency. They have lost several players from their 2025 squad so far, including bridget carlton (detail draft), alana smithHiedemann and jessica shepard.

Health status of MVP candidate Nafeesa Collier He’s up in the air after having surgery on both ankles this offseason. It was announced in January that he was expected to be absent for four to six months.