Fowles Furthers Case for MVP and DPOY

In her 14th WNBA season, Minnesota Lynx center Sylvia Fowles continues to dominate the game. Affectionately known as “Sweet Syl” by some or “Super Syl” by others, Fowles was a bit of both during Minnesota’s 76-70 victory over the reigning WNBA champion Seattle Storm.

The 14-year veteran became the first player in League history to record at least 20 points, 20 rebounds, three steals, and three blocks in a single game.

In the first half alone, Fowles netted a double-double, becoming the first player in franchise history to achieve the feat during a half on four separate occasions. Her 13 boards in the first two quarters also marked a franchise high for rebounds in a half.

“I will start giving myself more credit,” Fowles said in the postgame press conference, “I’m the type of player who doesn’t really try to think about it because I think that it’s my job and these are the things I’m supposed to be doing, but at the end of the day these things are not easy.”

As the team showed their support for their captain on social media, head coach Cheryl Reeve made her thoughts clear when speaking to media postgame.

“If she’s not Defensive Player of the Year, what a travesty that would be. She’s been absolutely unbelievable at that end of the floor.”

Fowles’ 29-point game moved her to 12^th all-time on the WNBA scoring list, passing Candace Parker (5857).

Already an all-time great, No. 34 should undoubtedly be leading the conversations for the WNBA’s Most Valuable Player and Defensive Player of the Year Awards.

With eight regular season games remaining, Fowles’ extensive case for both honors is sure to be strengthened.