Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve vehemently criticized officials after an 84-76 playoff loss to the Phoenix Mercury, calling their officiating "malpractice." Reeve was ejected following a controversial play where star Napheesa Collier suffered a potential ankle fracture without a foul being called. Reeve demanded a change in league leadership regarding officiating, citing player safety and an unfair game. The Lynx now trail the series 2-1, with Collier's status for Game 4 uncertain.

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