Olivia Miles impresses as a top WNBA rookie with Minnesota Lynx
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:54 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Olivia Miles, drafted No. 2 by the Minnesota Lynx, is leading the WNBA Rookie of the Year race with consistent performances. Averaging 18.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, she has contributed significantly to her team's success, which currently stands at a 13-4 record. Kevin Garnett praised Miles for her skills and potential, showing strong support for her development. The Lynx continue to excel in the league, with Miles playing a central role in their dominance. The team looks to maintain their momentum as the season progresses.
- •Miles was drafted second overall by the Lynx this year.
- •She is a candidate for the WNBA Rookie of the Year award.
- •Miles contributes an average of 18.3 points and 5.6 assists per game.
- •The Lynx lead the league with a 13-4 record.
- •Kevin Garnett publicly supports her abilities and future.
- 6:54 AMYahoo Sports — ’One of the Best Rookies in ALL of Basketball’ — NBA Legend Puts Stamp of Approval on Lynx Phenom Olivia Miles
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Garnett names ‘one of the best rookies in all of basketball’
"Olivia Miles continues to turn heads after she was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx at No. 2 this year. She is producing consistent numbers and leading the WNBA Rookie of the Year race. The TCU product drew the attention of…
"Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles gained a new fan in NBA legend Kevin Garnett despite her team’s 84-79 loss to the Washington Mystics on Sunday. Miles led Minnesota with 22 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 6:54 AM’One of the Best Rookies in ALL of Basketball’ — NBA Legend Puts Stamp of Approval on Lynx Phenom Olivia Miles
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles gained a new fan in NBA legend Kevin Garnett despite her team’s 84-79 loss to the Washington Mystics on Sunday. Miles led Minnesota with 22 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 1:30 AMKevin Garnett names ‘one of the best rookies in all of basketball’
Olivia Miles continues to turn heads after she was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx at No. 2 this year. She is producing consistent numbers and leading the WNBA Rookie of the Year race. The TCU product drew the attention of…
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