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Lynx rookie Olivia Miles earns praise from LaMelo Ball ahead of playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 5:07 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Lynx rookie Olivia Miles earns praise from LaMelo Ball ahead of playoffs

Summary

With the WNBA playoffs underway, the Minnesota Lynx are being led by rookie Olivia Miles, who has garnered attention for her standout performance this season. Named the 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year, Miles has been pivotal for the Lynx, maintaining the No. 1 seed throughout the season. Her impressive stats include 19.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game, solidifying her position as a key player. Minnesota Timberwolves star LaMelo Ball expressed admiration for Miles during the team’s Media Day, underscoring her impact on the court. The Lynx's playoff journey will be closely watched as they aim for championship success.

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Status Watch

•Olivia Miles leads the Lynx in scoring this season.
•Miles was named the 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year.
•Minnesota Lynx tipped off their playoff run this weekend.
•LaMelo Ball praised Miles during Timberwolves Media Day.
•The Lynx held the No. 1 seed throughout the regular season.

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5:07 AMYahoo Sports — Lynx news: LaMelo Ball gives Minnesota star rookie Oliva Miles her flowers

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Timberwolves are preparing for the start of training camp, and shortly thereafter, the beginning of the 2026-27 NBA regular season. But in the meantime, the city has another basketball team that is vying for a championship as the Minnesota Lynx tipped off their playoff run this weekend , led by rookie sensation Olivia Miles. And count […] The post Lynx news: LaMelo Ball gives Minnesota star rookie Oliva Miles her flowers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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