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Mitchell Hansen
Mitchell is a contributing writer at Zone Coverage, primarily covering the Minnesota Lynx and the WNBA and the Minnesota Timberwolves and the NBA. Growing up watching Kevin Garnett bang his head against the basket stanchion in his No. 21 Wolves jersey and yell like a crazy person, Mitchell quickly became a basketball junkie. He comes to Zone Coverage with over seven years of experience in journalism, communications and digital fields, including five years at a newspaper covering various sports teams and a year-plus stint covering the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx as the organization's Web Editorial Associate. Follow him on Twitter @M_Hansen13.
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Augustus and Brunson Are Not the Last Wave of Lynx Jersey Retirements
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 16, 2021
Prior to 2019, no player in Minnesota Lynx history had had their number retired by the organization and permanently hung in the Target Center rafters. That was […]
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Seimone Augustus’ Return Brings Back Fond Memories
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 14, 2021
For the first 14 years of her legendary WNBA career, Seimone Augustus was at the center of the Minnesota Lynx and helped them win four championships while […]
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Defense and Bench Play Have Been Key Factors in Lynx Turnaround
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 11, 2021
Following a rough start to the 2021 WNBA season, the Minnesota Lynx have started to figure things out entering the month of June as they near the […]
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The Lynx Are Starting to Figure Things Out After A Winless Start
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 9, 2021
The Minnesota Lynx came into the 2021 WNBA season with championship aspirations while looking to hit the ground running following a busy offseason filled with free-agent acquisitions. […]
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Layshia Clarendon Is Making the Most of an Unexpected Opportunity
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 7, 2021
One week into Layshia Clarendon’s ninth season in the WNBA, the veteran guard was suddenly faced with the question of whether she would return to the basketball […]
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The Next Eight Games Could Make or Break Lynx Season
By Mitchell Hansen - Jun 2, 2021
There’s no question that the 2021 regular season didn’t start as the Minnesota Lynx had hoped. Riding into the new year with a new-look roster and championship […]
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Layshia Clarendon Lifts the Lynx In Debut
By Mitchell Hansen - May 31, 2021
Sunday was certainly a day to remember for Layshia Clarendon. On Sunday morning, the Minnesota Lynx announced the veteran guard officially signed with the team after being […]
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McBride and Collier Hit the Ground Running, Completing the Lynx Roster
By Mitchell Hansen - May 28, 2021
Officially two weeks into the 2021 WNBA regular season, the Minnesota Lynx finally have their complete roster. Coming into the year, the Lynx and their fans were […]
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The Winless Lynx Have a Week Off to Right the Ship
By Mitchell Hansen - May 24, 2021
For the first time since 2007, the Minnesota Lynx are 0-3 to start the season. The Lynx have had their ups and downs against the Phoenix Mercury, […]
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Seimone Augustus Reflects on Her Lynx Career
By Mitchell Hansen - May 21, 2021
Many Minnesota Lynx fans were looking forward to June 12, when the the team hosts the Los Angeles Sparks at Target Center. Not only is it entertaining […]
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Still in Search of an Identity, New Lynx Additions Playing Key Roles Early
By Mitchell Hansen - May 19, 2021
Coming into the 2021 WNBA season, the Minnesota Lynx were viewed as a team ready to contend for a league championship. With an impressive new-look roster headlined […]
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Lynx Mailbag: Fan Attendance, Commissioner’s Cup, and Salary Cap Relief
By Mitchell Hansen - May 17, 2021
With the new WNBA season here, it’s time for the return of the Minnesota Lynx Mailbag! The Lynx kicked off the 2021 campaign last Friday when they […]