Caitlin Clark overshadowed by Olivia Miles MVP discussion in WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
As discussions around MVP candidates heat up, Caitlin Clark remains a significant figure, but Olivia Miles' impressive rookie season is generating notable buzz. Linda Cohn criticized the media narrative favoring Miles over Clark, asserting Miles will likely secure the Rookie of the Year award but not the MVP. Miles has recorded averages of 19.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.2 assists this season. She recently sustained an ankle injury during a game against the Golden State Valkyries, where she contributed 20 points and 7 assists. The Minnesota Lynx hold a strong position in the WNBA standings with a record of 30-7, heading into their next match against Washington.
- •Caitlin Clark continues to be the standard in the WNBA.
- •Olivia Miles is generating MVP excitement during her rookie year.
- •Linda Cohn criticized the media's MVP narrative favoring Miles.
- •Miles averaged 19.9 points and 6.2 assists through 35 games.
- •The Lynx are on a five-game winning streak and lead the standings.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Common Sense’ — ESPN Legend Scoffs at Olivia Miles MVP Buzz, Rips Media’s ‘Anyone but Caitlin [Clark]’ Agenda
"Caitlin Clark remains the standard in the WNBA, but All-Star guard Olivia Miles has put together a terrific rookie campaign of her own that rivals the benchmark set by her predecessor. But as Miles’ accolades continue to stack up and the MVP buzz reaches a fever pitch, it exposes a persistent “Anyone but Clark” narrative in the league.
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