Olivia Miles scores 30 points as Lynx defeat Sparks in Commissioner's Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:11 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Olivia Miles scored 30 points in a dominant performance as the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 99-83 on June 17. In the game, Miles scored 24 points in the first half alone, becoming only the second rookie in the last 26 years to score 30 or more points on 80 percent shooting. Through 15 games, she leads all rookies with 285 total points, surpassing notable players like Azzi Fudd and Caitlin Clark. With the Lynx holding the league's best record, they are positioned as strong contenders for the championship as Miles continues her impactful start to the season.
- •Miles scored 30 points on 12-of-15 shooting against the Sparks.
- •Minnesota Lynx concluded their Commissioner's Cup campaign with this victory.
- •Miles has the highest point total among WNBA rookies in 20 seasons.
- •The Lynx currently own the league's best record this season.
- •Napheesa Collier is expected to return from injury next month.
- 3:11 PMYahoo Sports — Lynx's Olivia Miles might as well get Rookie of the Year right now
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