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Olivia Miles passes Ticha Penicheiro for second-most rookie assists

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Olivia Miles passes Ticha Penicheiro for second-most rookie assists

Summary

Olivia Miles of the Minnesota Lynx recorded her 225th assist on August 25, passing WNBA Hall of Famer Ticha Penicheiro for second place in rookie assists. The record-setting assist came in a game against the Golden State Valkyries, with Miles assisting Napheesa Collier. She now trails only Caitlin Clark, who holds the record with 337 assists. Miles has had a standout rookie season, averaging 20 points and 6.2 assists per game. The Lynx currently hold the best record in the WNBA at 31-7, vying for the top playoff seed.

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By the Numbers

•Miles has 225 assists, second-most by a rookie in WNBA history.
•She surpassed Ticha Penicheiro during a game on August 25.
•Miles is chasing Caitlin Clark's record of 337 assists.
•The Lynx have the best record in the league at 31-7.
•Miles is a frontrunner for the Rookie of the Year award.

Latest Updates

1:00 PMYahoo Sports — How close Olivia Miles is to breaking two Caitlin Clark rookie-season records
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What they're saying

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Olivia Miles is in the midst of a superb debut season in the WNBA after being drafted as the second overall pick by the Minnesota Lynx earlier this year. After impressing for the Lynx in 2026, there is already talk that Miles could be in contention for the MVP award.
— Yahoo Sports