The rest vs. rust debate comes up every year in every sport. Reeve knows that but would rather not make it a regular discussion topic.
“It’s a dangerous situation to be in, to talk about it all the time,” she said. “We certainly don’t talk about it with the team. I wish there was an easy answer. I wish there was a magical answer. We have to be playing well going into the playoffs and there are still things we need to work on.”
The most sensible – and likely – option is for Reeve to pick spots to rest regulars while trying to maintain continuity on the court. It shouldn’t be that complicated.
The Lynx have been the WNBA’s most dominant team because they are the most complete team. Their 32 wins stand as a franchise record. They lead the league in offensive and defensive rating, three-point shooting, assists and assortment of other categories. The roster is deep and versatile. They have a lot of good players flanking MVP favorite, Napheesa Collier. That cohesion won’t disappear if a starter rests a game or two in the next 10 days.
Their depth and unselfishness make them difficult to defend and entertaining to watch. The Lynx finished with 29 assists on their 36 baskets against the Wings.
“Not many holes on this roster,” Dallas coach Chris Koclanes said.