Olivia Miles reacts to MVP talk after Lynx win over Mystics
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:09 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Olivia Miles led the Minnesota Lynx to a 94-84 victory against the Washington Mystics on August 21. She scored a team-high 24 points, adding seven assists and three steals. This performance continues her strong rookie season, with averages of 20.0 points, 6.2 assists, and 4.6 rebounds. Following the game, Miles expressed indifference toward MVP discussions, stating she prioritizes teamwork and winning. Her recent success includes breaking records for points and assists as a rookie, positioning her as a candidate for MVP amidst competition from A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and Caitlin Clark. The Lynx’s record stands at 31-7, marking them as one of the top teams in the league.
- •Miles scored 24 points, leading the Lynx to a 94-84 win.
- •She averages 20.0 points, 6.2 assists, and 4.6 rebounds this season.
- •Miles prioritizes winning over MVP consideration.
- •She broke records for points and assists as a rookie.
- •The Lynx have a league-best record of 31-7.
- 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — Cheryl Reeve makes WNBA MVP case for Olivia Miles as Lynx continue to soar
- 11:36 AMYahoo Sports — “If Olivia Miles Doesn’t Play, We’re Not 31-7”: Cheryl Reeve Fuels Rookie’s MVP Case Over A’ja Wilson and Others Citing Team Record
- 10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Olivia Miles gives brutally honest response to WNBA MVP chatter after Lynx win
"Fresh off leading the Minnesota Lynx to another convincing victory, Olivia Miles made her stance clear on the WNBA MVP chatter. Olivia Miles put up yet another dominant performance in the Minnesota Lynx’s 94-84 victory over the Washington Mystics, dropping a team-high 24 points to go along with seven assists and three steals.
"Olivia Miles downplayed injury concerns when she suited up for the Minnesota Lynx against the Washington Mystics on Friday. Miles finished with 24 points, three rebounds, seven assists, and three steals as she led the Lynx to a 94-84 victory.
"Olivia Miles posted 24 points as Minnesota extended its winning streak to six games.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 12:09 PMCheryl Reeve makes WNBA MVP case for Olivia Miles as Lynx continue to soar
Olivia Miles posted 24 points as Minnesota extended its winning streak to six games.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:36 AM“If Olivia Miles Doesn’t Play, We’re Not 31-7”: Cheryl Reeve Fuels Rookie’s MVP Case Over A’ja Wilson and Others Citing Team Record
Olivia Miles downplayed injury concerns when she suited up for the Minnesota Lynx against the Washington Mystics on Friday. Miles finished with 24 points, three rebounds, seven assists, and three steals as she led the Lynx to a 94-84 victory.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 10:25 AMOlivia Miles gives brutally honest response to WNBA MVP chatter after Lynx win
Fresh off leading the Minnesota Lynx to another convincing victory, Olivia Miles made her stance clear on the WNBA MVP chatter. Olivia Miles put up yet another dominant performance in the Minnesota Lynx’s 94-84 victory over the Washington Mystics, dropping a team-high 24 points to go along with seven assists and three steals.
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