Olivia Miles: A Rising Star in the WNBA

Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles is earning significant attention with her impressive performances. Dubbed “The Spectacle,” she has captured the admiration of Dawn Staley, who suggested Miles could become the WNBA’s equivalent of the late Jerry West as “The Logo.”

Staley, a Hall-of-Fame player and respected head coach at South Carolina, expressed her admiration for Miles through social media, saying, “@oliviamiles06 got me in my house cursing on a Sunday. Lord have mercy!” during the Lynx’s victory over the Indiana Fever. She even shared a fan-made depiction of Miles as the new WNBA logo.

Against the Fever, Miles delivered a standout performance with 28 points on 11-for-14 shooting, along with six assists and four rebounds. Such performances have been consistent since Miles was selected second overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Her impact on the court is undeniable.

Miles has a good shot at clinching both WNBA Rookie of the Year and MVP honors.

The Lynx stand out in the league with a 10-game winning streak and a 25-6 record, marking them as top contenders. Miles leads the team in scoring with 19.4 points per game and in assists with 5.8 per game, demonstrating continuous improvement.

Integrating seamlessly with experienced players like Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride, Miles has contributed to the team’s success. With the return of All-Star forward Napheesa Collier, the Lynx are well-positioned for success.

While the Las Vegas Aces, winners of three of the last four WNBA titles, remain strong competitors, the Lynx have a prime opportunity to break their eight-year championship drought.