Minnesota Lynx lose GM Clare Duwelius and coach Katie Smith to new roles

The Minnesota Lynx have lost General Manager Clare Duwelius and associate head coach Katie Smith. Duwelius will join the new Unrivaled league as GM and executive vice president, while Smith will become an assistant coach at Ohio State. Duwelius has been with the Lynx since 2014, rising through various roles before becoming GM. Smith, a former player and Hall of Famer, has been with the Lynx as an assistant since 2020. The Lynx reached the WNBA Finals last season but lost to the Liberty. The departures mark a significant change for the team as they prepare for the upcoming season.