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Olivia Miles shines with 31 points in Lynx win over Sparks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:07 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

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Summary

Olivia Miles scored a career-high 31 points on 12-for-15 shooting in the Minnesota Lynx's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on June 18. Playing in her rookie season, Miles has become a crucial part of the Lynx, who sit at 12-3. Surrounded by experienced veterans, her mature performance and confidence have impressed teammates and coaches. The Lynx dominate opponents, leading the WNBA in scoring margin and showcasing a high net rating with Miles on the court. Miles' focus remains on team success rather than individual accolades, although she is in contention for Rookie of the Year and the MVP race.

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By the Numbers

•Miles leads Lynx to a 12-3 record this season
•She ranks ninth in the league for scoring
•Miles has the fourth-best field goal percentage at 56.6%
•Teammates praise her confidence and impact on the team
•Minnesota is outscoring opponents by 20.3 points per 100 possessions

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7:07 PMYahoo Sports — The key to Olivia Miles’ endless joy and confidence? Her Lynx teammates

What they're saying

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Fresh off scoring a career-high 31 points on 12 for 15 shooting in Minnesota’s win Wednesday night in Los Angeles, a reporter asked Lynx rookie guard Olivia Miles where her “funk” originated. “Funk?” A quizzical Miles responded. “What you mean by that?” Swagger, confidence, fearlessness – all traits Miles demonstrates on the floor on a nightly basis in Year 1 of her professional career. “I ...
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