Olivia Miles shines as Lynx defeat Mercury 111-77 in Commissioner Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:52 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Olivia Miles led the Minnesota Lynx to a 111-77 victory over the Phoenix Mercury in a WNBA Commissioner Cup game on June 1, 2026. Miles scored 19 points with nine assists, showcasing her impact as a rookie. This win improved the Lynx's record to 7-2, despite All-Star forward Napheesa Collier's recovery from ankle surgery. Miles has scored in double figures in all nine games so far this season, tying the franchise record for rookies. The Lynx are looking to remain a title contender as Collier potentially returns to the court soon.
- •Lynx improve to 7-2 this season following win over Mercury.
- •Olivia Miles recorded 19 points, nine assists against Phoenix.
- •Miles ties franchise record for rookies with nine consecutive games in double figures.
- •Napheesa Collier is expected to resume on-court activities soon.
- •Courtney Williams led all scorers with 30 points for the Lynx.
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — Lynx Rookie Olivia Miles Cannot Be Stopped
"Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve could not have dreamt a better point guard for her scheme than Olivia Miles.
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