MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Lynx today announced the team has waived center Jessica Adair. The Lynx roster now stands at 14 players.

Adair, 26, averaged 3.6 points and 2.7 rebounds per game in parts of three seasons with the Lynx. She averaged 2.4 points and 2.1 rebounds in 8.8 minutes per game in 19 games last season, missing time due to a midseason arthroscopic surgery on her right knee. Over the past two seasons, Adair has appeared in 12 postseason contests with the Lynx, averaging 4.0 points and 2.6 rebounds in 9.1 minutes per game.

The Lynx will hold the first team practice of the year on Sunday, May 5 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. in the Lifetime Fitness Training Center. 

Due to overseas commitments, Seimone Augustus and Rebekkah Brunson will not be present at Sunday’s training camp opener.

The 15th season of professional women’s basketball in Minnesota kicks off Saturday, June 1, at 7 p.m. when the Lynx take on the Connecticut Sun. Beginning as low as $18 per game or $187 for a full season package, fans can purchase tickets by calling the Lynx at 612-673-8400 or by visiting LynxBasketball.com/LynxTix.

2013 MINNESOTA LYNX TRAINING CAMP ROSTER

Head Coach:                       Cheryl Reeve (La Salle)
Assistant Coaches:             Jim Petersen (Minnesota), Shelley Patterson (Washington State)
Athletic Trainers:                Chuck Barta (Wisconsin-La Crosse), Keith Uzpen (Minnesota State, Mankato)

Moore, 21, averaged 15.1 points and 5.7 assists per game as a senior with Nebraska last season, dishing out a career-high and school-record 195 assists en route to being named an Associated Press All-American honorable mention. She finished the season first in the Big Ten in assist-to-turnover ratio (2.14), third in assists (5.7), eighth in scoring (15.1), eighth in three-point percentage (.382) and 10th in field goal percentage (.468). In the NCAA Tournament, Moore led Nebraska to the Regional Semi-Finals for the second time in her four-year career, becoming the first player in school history to start on a pair of Sweet 16 squads.

Rodgers, 23, averaged career-highs in points (22.9), rebounds (6.9), assists (4.1) and steals (3.4) as a senior this past season. Her 711 points were the highest single-season point total in program history, while her 2,518 career points are more than any other player – male or female – in school history. A four-time All-BIG EAST First Team selection, Rodgers also wrapped up her collegiate career as the school leader in steals (326), three-pointers (346) and scoring average (19.4), while ranking fourth in games played (130) and eighth in both assists (328) and rebounds (674).

Jeffery, 21, led the Buffaloes across the board — scoring (13.7 ppg), assists (4.0 apg), rebounds (8.2 rpg) and steals (2.2) — as a senior this past season. She ranked fourth in the Pac-12 in assist-to-turnover ratio (1.3), fifth in both assists and steals, sixth in rebounding and double-doubles (10), and ninth in scoring. Jeffery was an AP All-American Honorable Mention selection and an All-Pac-12 member for the second consecutive year.

In 32 contests last season, Wilson, a 6-6 center from Pittsburgh, Pa., averaged career-highs in both points (10.0 ppg) and rebounds (8.6 rpg) as a senior with the Hurricanes. She finished the year ranking fourth in the ACC free throw percentage (.798), fifth in rebounding (8.6), sixth in offensive rebounds (3.2) and seventh in field goal percentage (.519). Wilson was named the ACC Player of the Week for the first time in her career on March 4, averaging 13.5 points and 10.0 rebounds during the regular season’s last week as the Hurricanes upset No. 4 ranked Duke.

The 15th season of professional women’s basketball in Minnesota kicks off Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m. when the Lynx take on the Connecticut Sun. The first chance fans have to see the defending Western Conference champions is the team’s preseason contest at Target Center on Tuesday, May 21 at 12 p.m. Beginning as low as $18 per game or $187 for a full season package, fans can purchase tickets by calling the Lynx at 612-673-8400 or by visiting LynxBasketball.com/LynxTix.

Jeffery, 22, led Colorado across the board as a senior this past season, averaging team-highs in scoring (13.7 ppg), assists (4.0 apg), rebounds (8.2 rpg) and steals (2.2). She ranked fourth in the Pac-12 assist-to-turnover ratio (1.3), fifth in both assists and steals, sixth in rebounding and double-doubles (10) and ninth in scoring. Jeffery was named an AP All-American Honorable Mention and All-Pac-12 for the second consecutive year.

Rolle, 22, averaged 12.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game last season with North Carolina, ranking second in the ACC in blocks per game. She was voted to the ACC All-Defensive team by coaches for the second time in three seasons, wrapping up her four years at North Carolina as the eighth leading shot blocker in ACC history. Rolle ranked third in the ACC in offensive rebounds, while ranking second in the Tar Heels in scoring and third in rebounds.

The Lynx kick off the 15th season of professional women’s basketball on Saturday, June 1 against the Connecticut Sun at 7 p.m. Single-game tickets for all 17 games are on sale now by calling the Lynx at 612-673-8400 or by visiting LynxBasketball.com.

Moore, 22, averaged 15.1 points and 5.7 assists per game as a senior last season, dishing out a career-high and school-record 195 assists en route to being named an Associated Press All-American honorable mention. She finished the season first in the Big Ten in assist-to-turnover ratio (2.14), third in assists (5.7), eighth in scoring (15.1), eighth in three-point percentage (.382) and tenth in field goal percentage (.468). In the NCAA Tournament, Moore led Nebraska to the Regional Semi-Finals for the second time in her four-year career, becoming the first player in school history to start on a pair Sweet 16 squads.

One of the most decorated Cornhuskers in school history, Moore finished her four-year collegiate career with school records in victories (94), assists (699), minutes played (4,360) and consecutive starts (132), while ranking fourth in career three-pointers (173), ninth in steals (208) and 11th in points (1,673). She was a Wade, Naismith and Wooden Award candidate as a senior, while being a Nancy Lieberman Award finalist in both her junior and senior seasons.

Rodgers, 23, averaged career-highs in points (22.9), rebounds (6.9), assists (4.1) and steals (3.4) as a senior this past season. Her 711 points were the highest single-season point total in program history, while her 89 three-pointers ranked second, trailing her own mark of 96 set as a sophomore. In her last collegiate game, Rodgers scored a BIG EAST Tournament record 42 points against Villanova.

A four-time All-BIG EAST First Team selection, Rodgers finishes her collegiate career as the most decorated player in Georgetown history. Her 2,518 points are more than any male or female player in school history, while her career marks for steals (326), three-pointers (346) and scoring average (19.4) are all highs for Hoya women. Additionally, Rodgers wrapped up her career eighth in both assists (328) and rebounds (674), while ranking fourth in all-time games played (130).

Gemelos, 25, was originally selected by the Lynx in the 3rd round (31st overall) of the 2012 WNBA Draft. A 6-0 guard out of the University of Southern California, Gemelos averaged 11.0 points and 7.3 rebounds in nine games as a senior in 2011-12 before suffering a season-ending knee injury, resulting in her fifth ACL reconstruction in six years.

Her most successful collegiate season was 2010-11, when Gemelos appeared in all 37 games (28 starts), averaging 12.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 30.6 minutes per game. Gemelos proved to be an elite three-point shooter, converting on 52-of-123 (.423) attempts from beyond the arc, leading the Pac-10 in three-point percentage. She received an All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention for her play on the floor, while her 3.5 GPA earned her Pac-10 All-Academic First Team honors.

Prior to attending USC, Gemelos had a stellar high school career, averaging 39.2 points, 8.9 assists, 6.5 rebounds and 2.7 steals per game as a senior at St. Mary’s High. She was named a McDonald’s All-American, WBCA All-American and Miss Basketball of California, including the 2006 National Player of the Year by MaxPreps and Scout.com. In 2011, Gemelos won a gold medal with the USA Women’s World University Games team, appearing in all six games and averaging 4.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game.

“We’re very excited for this season’s preseason schedule,” said Timberwolves and Lynx President Chris Wright. “With interest in the Lynx at an all-time high, we’re looking forward to hosting a preseason game at Target Center as well as expanding the WNBA brand into North Dakota with a game at the Bismarck Civic Center. It’s a great opportunity to expose a new group of fans to our phenomenal product and the excitement of Lynx basketball.”

Minnesota’s game in North Dakota is its first trip to the neighboring state since the 2008 preseason, when the Lynx played Los Angeles at the Betty Englestad Sioux Center in Grand Forks, ND on May 11. Similarly, Minnesota’s preseason game at Target Center will be its first exhibition contest at the arena since May 1, 2008 vs. Connecticut.

Lower-level tickets for the game against Connecticut at Target Center are currently available for purchase, beginning as low as $15. Season ticket members and groups of 10 or more can purchase seats at a discounted rate of $12. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Lynx at 612-673-8400 or by visiting www.lynxbasketball.com.

Tickets for the May 18 game in Bismarck go on sale Wednesday, March 20 at 11:30 a.m., beginning as low as $15 and can be purchased by calling 800-745-3000, ordering online at www.ticketmaster.com or in-person at either any Ticketmaster outlet or the Bismarck Civic Center Ticket Office.

The Minnesota Lynx kick off their 15th season on Saturday, June 1 against the Connecticut Sun at Target Center. Full season ticket memberships, which include tickets to all 17 home games and exclusive season ticket member events, are available for as low as $187 by calling 612-673-8400.

2013 Lynx Preseason Schedule

DATE                           OPPONENT                             LOCATION                              TIME*

Saturday, May 18         Washington Mystics             Bismarck Civic Center              7:00 p.m.

                                                                              Bismarck, ND

Tuesday, May 21         Connecticut Sun                   Target Center                          12:00 p.m.

                                                                              Minneapolis, MN

* All times local

“We are very excited to announce the acquisition of Janel McCarville,” said Lynx Executive Vice President Roger Griffith. “McCarville is a veteran center with multiple years of playoff experience, making her an ideal fit for our roster. A former #1 overall draft pick, she will fit in seamlessly with our roster and make an immediate impact this summer. Her offensive efficiency and defensive presence will be invaluable for our team as we try to reach the Finals for a third consecutive season and win another championship.”

“I’m very excited to come back to Minnesota and join the Lynx,” said McCarville. “I can’t wait to team up with Lindsay again; it’s always fun playing alongside a point guard as talented as she is. When you add Seimone, Maya, Rebekkah and the rest of the team, it’s going to be a lot of fun this summer. I’m looking forward to doing whatever I can to help bring another championship to Minnesota.”

McCarville emerged with the Liberty in 2007, being named the 2007 WNBA Most Improved Player after averaging 10.4 points and 4.8 rebounds on 54.6% shooting from the floor. She continued to thrive over the next three seasons with the Liberty, averaging 11.2 points on 51.1% shooting, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists in her four years with New York. Originally selected by the Charlotte Sting with the first overall pick in the 2005 WNBA Draft, McCarville was acquired by the New York Liberty with the third overall pick in the WNBA Dispersal Draft on Jan. 8, 2007. She last played in the WNBA during the 2010 season.

The 6-2 center has played overseas during the last three seasons, spending two seasons with Familia Schio in the Italian League before joining Canik Belediyesi in the Turkish Basketball League for the 2012-13 season. She averaged 11.9 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game on 52.6% shooting this winter.

“We’re looking forward to having Janel in a Lynx uniform this summer,” said Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve. “She’s an excellent passing big, which is a perfect fit for our system and a great complement to the high quality three-point shooters that we have on our roster. Janel is a highly efficient post player that will fit right in with our current roster, giving us yet another option on offense.”

A native of Steven’s Point, Wisconsin, McCarville teamed up with Lindsay Whalen for three seasons (2002-04) at the University of Minnesota. In her four-year collegiate career, McCarville and the Gophers never missed the NCAA Tournament, including reaching the program’s first ever Final Four appearance in 2004. A two-time Wade Trophy Finalist (2004, 2005), an award given annually to the best women’s basketball player in the nation, McCarville finished her collegiate career with a number of school records, including field goal percentage (.582), blocks (196) and double-doubles (49). In addition, she currently ranks fifth in scoring (1,835), second in rebounding (1,206), seventh in assists (310) and third in steals (273).

As a junior, McCarville was a key member of Minnesota’s 2004 Final Four team, averaging 19.4 points, 15.0 rebounds and 4.4 assists on 57.4% shooting during the Gopher’s five-game tournament run. She was especially brilliant in the Elite Eight, as the seventh-seeded Gophers upset top-seeded Duke, scoring 20 points, grabbing 18 rebounds and dishing out 6 assists in Minnesota’s 82-75 win. As a senior the next season, McCarville led Minnesota back to the Sweet Sixteen for just the third time in school history, averaging 13.0 points, 13.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.3 blocks during tournament play.

With McCarville, the Lynx roster now consists of three former #1 overall draft picks (Seimone Augustus and Maya Moore) and seven former top four draft picks (Monica Wright, Devereaux Peters, Amber Harris, Lindsay Whalen).

Wiggins played in five seasons with the Lynx, averaging 10.4 points and 2.2 assists in 24.3 minutes per game, shooting 36.4% from three-point range. As a rookie, Wiggins was named the 2008 Sixth Woman of the Year, averaging 15.7 points in 27.5 minutes per game off the bench, the league’s then-highest scoring average ever for a player off the bench.

“We appreciate everything Candice has done for our organization in her five seasons in Minnesota,” said Griffith. “She was a key member of our bench during our Finals runs over the past two seasons, and a big part of our 2011 championship team. Candice plays with tenacious energy, and in her five seasons, we always knew she was going to leave it all on the court. We wish her nothing but the best in her future.”