Lynx coach Reeve says team 'overachieved' after historic playoff sweep

The Minnesota Lynx became the first No. 1 seed in WNBA history to be swept out of the playoffs in the opening round, a result head coach Cheryl Reeve described as a heartbreaking end to a season that nonetheless exceeded expectations.

Reeve said the team "overachieved" this season, even as the early playoff exit marked the third consecutive year the Lynx have fallen short of a deep postseason run.

The coach also acknowledged the current roster does not "quite have the right group" needed to compete for a championship, suggesting the franchise may look to make changes heading into the offseason.

Finishing as the league's top seed had raised expectations for a long postseason run, making the sweep especially difficult for the team and its fans to absorb. Reeve's comments point to a period of reflection for the organization as it evaluates its roster construction and strategy ahead of next season.

No specific personnel changes have been announced. The Lynx's playoff exit adds to a recent pattern of postseason disappointment for the franchise, which will now turn its attention to retooling for another title push.