The 6'4 forward has been a key member of the Great Britain senior women's team in recent years and will be part of an 11-woman roster named by head coach Cheryl Reeve, hoping to add to the three WNBA titles already claimed.
Fagbenle impressed in two pre-season games for the Lynx, earning 8 points and 3 rebounds against Washington in a 74-59 victory. But this was preceded by 10 points and 4 rebounds in a blow-out 113-67 win over Atlanta Dream.
The season begins on Sunday with a home opener against Chicago Sky.
Ian Curryer, British Basketball Interim Chair said, "Temi's hard work and dedication to the game does not go unnoticed and we are thrilled at the great news for her and the British game."
"We wish her all the very best for this season with the Lynx."
British star Temi hits the top in WNBA
13 May 2017 16:00
By British Basketball
Great Britain forward Temi Fagbenle has earned a spot on WNBA team Minnesota Lynx's roster
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Another British star is heading for the top level of professional basketball, after Temi Fagbenle was confirmed in the roster for WNBA team Minnesota Lynx.
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