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Brunson honored by WNBA

Minnesota Lynx all-star Rebekkah Brunson has been named to the WNBA's All-Defensive first team. Brunson led the Lynx in rebounding, and finished third overall in the league. The All-Defensive team is voted on by the WNBA's 12 head coaches.
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Minnesota Lynx all-star Rebekkah Brunson has been named to the WNBA's All-Defensive first team. Brunson led the Lynx in rebounding, and finished third overall in the league. The All-Defensive team is voted on by the WNBA's 12 head coaches.

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