Cheryl Reeve calls Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard best Lynx players

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Cheryl Reeve calls Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard best Lynx players
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Following a first-round playoff sweep by the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve praised Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard while seemingly overlooking Napheesa Collier. Despite Collier’s consistent performance this season, Reeve emphasized the struggles of Miles and Howard during the two playoff games. The Lynx entered the playoffs as the top seed but faced a disappointing exit, raising questions about the lineup's future. Collier, with a history of strong play, is expected to evaluate her free agency options this summer after an injury-impacted season.

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  • •Lynx were swept 2-0 by the New York Liberty in playoffs.
  • •Cheryl Reeve cited Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard as top players.
  • •Napheesa Collier scored 14 points in the elimination games.
  • •Collier averaged 16.8 points this season despite injury issues.
  • •Collier may consider free agency options this summer.
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  • 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Cheryl Reeves snubs Napheesa Collier, claims Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard were their best players
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Following one of the biggest playoff upsets in WNBA history, the Minnesota Lynx head coach did not hold back on Napheesa Collier. Despite being the first seed and the consensus best team in the WNBA coming into the playoffs, the Lynx were swept 2-0 in their first-round series against the New York Liberty.

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