Olivia Miles criticizes WNBA officiating after Lynx loss to Liberty
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:29 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Olivia Miles expressed frustration with WNBA officiating standards following the Minnesota Lynx's loss to the New York Liberty on September 18, 2026. The rookie guard, who led her team with 20 points, suggested that the consistency of foul calls has changed mid-season, impacting her performance and the game's outcome. Miles acknowledged her struggles with physical play and turnovers, which contributed to the Lynx's third consecutive defeat. Despite the challenges, she remains optimistic about improving her game for future matchups.
- •Olivia Miles scores 20 points in loss to Liberty.
- •Lynx lose their third straight game.
- •Miles cites inconsistent officiating as a concern.
- •She acknowledges her own performance issues, including turnovers.
- •Minnesota seeks to regroup ahead of upcoming games.
- 3:29 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Olivia Miles Crying,’ ‘Wanted 20 Free Throws’ — WNBA World Rips Lynx Star’s Complaints About Referees Despite Game-High 12 FTA vs. Liberty
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Like a free for all’ – Olivia Miles hits out at WNBA referees after Lynx’s loss to Liberty
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — “Getting Hounded Everywhere”: Olivia Miles Calls Out WNBA Officials After She Was Left Frustrated for More Than One Reason
"Olivia Miles claims that officiating standards have shifted mid-season, and she has clearly felt the impact. Miles has been the primary offensive weapon for the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx all season, but their last game against the New York Liberty clearly frustrated the rookie guard.
"Following a physical matchup against the Liberty, Olivia Miles offered an honest assessment of refereeing calls. The Minnesota Lynx dropped a 93-81 home decision to the New York Liberty, extending the losing streak to three games.
"The Minnesota Lynx’s return from the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup break was supposed to be a statement. Instead, it turned into a wake-up call.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 3:29 PM‘Olivia Miles Crying,’ ‘Wanted 20 Free Throws’ — WNBA World Rips Lynx Star’s Complaints About Referees Despite Game-High 12 FTA vs. Liberty
The Minnesota Lynx’s return from the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup break was supposed to be a statement. Instead, it turned into a wake-up call.
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 1:40 PM‘Like a free for all’ – Olivia Miles hits out at WNBA referees after Lynx’s loss to Liberty
Following a physical matchup against the Liberty, Olivia Miles offered an honest assessment of refereeing calls. The Minnesota Lynx dropped a 93-81 home decision to the New York Liberty, extending the losing streak to three games.
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 10:30 AM“Getting Hounded Everywhere”: Olivia Miles Calls Out WNBA Officials After She Was Left Frustrated for More Than One Reason
Olivia Miles claims that officiating standards have shifted mid-season, and she has clearly felt the impact. Miles has been the primary offensive weapon for the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx all season, but their last game against the New York Liberty clearly frustrated the rookie guard.
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