Sophie Cunningham praises Olivia Miles for her WNBA performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:40 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Sophie Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, commended Olivia Miles of the Minnesota Lynx for her impressive debut season in the WNBA. Miles, selected second overall in the draft, is averaging 19.7 points, 6.0 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per game, becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds, and 100 assists in just 22 games. Cunningham noted the athleticism in the league is evolving and described Miles as playing 'like a dude,' a compliment reflecting her impactful play. As the season progresses, Miles has been mentioned as a contender for the MVP award and potential inclusion in Team USA for the FIBA World Cup.
- •Sophie Cunningham praises Olivia Miles' play style and performance.
- •Miles averages 19.7 points, 6.0 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per game.
- •She made WNBA history in reaching performance milestones quickly.
- •Cunningham respects Miles' impact on the league dynamics.
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham says there’s a WNBA player who ‘literally plays like a dude’
"Looking at the trajectory of the game today, Sophie Cunningham has given the ultimate compliment to the Minnesota Lynx’s Olivia Miles. Drafted No.
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