Olivia Miles shines as Lynx defeat Liberty 90-85
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Olivia Miles returned from a two-game absence to lead the Minnesota Lynx to a 90-85 victory over the New York Liberty on July 13, 2026. Miles scored 23 points, along with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Her performance has drawn praise from two-time WNBA All-Star Chiney Ogwumike, who credited Miles' unique skills for her standout rookie season. The former college standout is averaging 18.7 points per game in her first WNBA season.
- •Miles averaged 18.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists this season.
- •Chiney Ogwumike highlighted crucial qualities contributing to Miles' success.
- •The Lynx's victory over the Liberty improves their record to 17-6.
- •Miles' performance helped contain Liberty stars Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — ‘She’s Been the Wonder Kid’ — 2-Time WNBA All-Star Underlines Key Factors Fueling Lynx Rookie Olivia Miles’ Standout Season
"Olivia Miles has put up a standout rookie season with the Minnesota Lynx, averaging 18. 7 points, 4.
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