Minnesota Lynx’s Dance Celebration After Game 4 Win Is Blowing Up Online

The Minnesota Lynx’s 2024 WNBA Finals run has been marked by grit, thrilling performances and a signature post-game celebration that has captivated fans online.

Following their 82-80 win in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals against the New York Liberty, the Lynx didn’t just celebrate with high-fives. Instead, they gathered under their basket to perform the traditional victory dance, the Electric Slide.

The Lynx faced a must-win situation, trailing 2-1 in the five-game series. Like the previous matchups, Game 4 was intense and close until the final buzzer.

When the Lynx secured the win, their focus quickly shifted to their time-honored postgame tradition. Star guard Kayla McBride even joined the celebration mid-interview, dancing while speaking with sideline reporter Holly Rowe.

In a video posted by the WNBA on X, fans reacted to the Lynx’s dance.

One fan expressed, “Again…I love this dance they do!! 😍😍😍”

Another commented, “The Lynx dance is a classic.”

One viewer remarked, “Perfect ending to a pivotal season for the WNBA.”

Another fan exclaimed, “The Minnesota Lynx are dancing into Game 5 after a thrilling survival! What a way to keep the Finals alive!”

The exact origin of the Lynx’s dance tradition is unclear. However, it has become a cherished ritual for the team.

Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve mentioned in an interview that the dance tradition was in place before many current players arrived. She noted that it’s a meaningful way for the team to connect after victories.

“What they’re doing now is whatever they put their stamp on, but that’s a tradition that’s long been a Minnesota Lynx thing before we all got here,” Reeve said.

Minnesota Lynx players pose for a photo

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With Game 5 looming, the Lynx hope to dance their way to their first WNBA championship since 2017.

Fans eagerly anticipate whether they will see the Electric Slide one more time, this time with confetti raining down. As the series heads to New York for the final showdown, both teams will be fighting for the title and fans can expect another nail-biting game.