Collier scored 32 points, grabbed nine rebounds and had two steals in her return after missing seven games with a sprained right ankle and the Lynx topped Indiana 97-84 Sunday.

The two pursuits once again aligned nicely. Collier looked healthy and rust-free while scoring 32 points on 11-for-16 shooting in the Lynx’s 97-84 victory over the Indiana Fever. Collier received a loud ovation when announced with the starters before the game, and she was efficient from the start, making five of her first six shots.

Minnesota Lynx star and WNBA MVP favorite Napheesa Collier returned to action in style on Sunday with 32 points, nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in a 97-84 win over the Indiana Fever. Collier had been out since Aug. 2 due to a sprained right ankle.