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Rebekkah Brunson Honored With Jersey Retirement After Lynx Dispatch League-Leading Aces, 102-71

Famous for her unrelenting rebounding ability, Brunson was a key figure throughout the Lynx's four championship runs during the 2010s.

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July 4, 2022

On the night of Rebekkah Brunson's jersey retirement, the Minnesota Lynx (7-15) put on a performance fitting for the occasion, commanding the Las Vegas Aces (15-6) on the glass in a 102-71 victory.

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Following Sunday night's proceedings, Brunson became just the third Lynx in team history to have her jersey hang in the Target Center rafters, joining Lindsay Whalen and Seimone Augustus.

Famous for her unrelenting rebounding ability, Brunson was a key figure throughout the Lynx's four championship runs during the 2010s. She served as the defensive and spiritual anchor during the Lynx's dynastic run of the decade. While also being the only WNBA player with five rings, Brunson retired at the top of all-time rankings in offensive boards and third in total boards.

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