The 2014 WNBA season was the 16th season for the

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of the

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. The Lynx were defending their 2013 WNBA Championship, seeking to become the third franchise to win three titles. However, their bid fell short as they lost to the

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in the conference finals. The Lynx had a positive offseason, re-signing

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, two key components of the 2013 championship team. The Lynx also announced their first uniform sponsor, the

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.Lynx to put Mayo Clinic logo on jerseys
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Transactions

Draft

The following are the Lynx's selections in the

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Trades

Personnel changes

Additions

Subtractions

Roster

Depth

Schedule

Preseason

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2014 Season standings

Awards and honors

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References

External links

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