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Miles leaves game with ankle tweak as Lynx beat Valkyries 77-66
sports5 days ago

Miles leaves game with ankle tweak as Lynx beat Valkyries 77-66

Olivia Miles exited the Aug. 19 game against the Golden State Valkyries with an apparent ankle injury after rolling it defending; she finished with 20 points, seven assists and five rebounds before leaving and did not return. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said the team hasn’t evaluated the play yet and hopes she’s OK. Minnesota went on to win 77-66, helped by Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier, while Miles limped to the locker room but remained in good spirits during a postgame Q&A.

via USA Today|
#ankle-injury#game-result#minnesota-lynx
Miles Proves Unguardable as Lynx Top Valkyries
sports5 days ago

Miles Proves Unguardable as Lynx Top Valkyries

Olivia Miles dominated the Lynx’s 77-66 win over the Valkyries, finishing with 20 points and seven assists while going 3-for-5 from three, including a decisive late step-back; her improved shooting (about 44% from deep on five attempts per game) and elite playmaking have made her increasingly unguardable, even against the WNBA’s top defense, a point reinforced by her late-game expletive-filled burst of energy.

via Defector|
#basketball#minnesota-lynx#olivia-miles
McBride’s 43-Point Night Sparks Lynx, Shatters WNBA 3-Point Record
sports15 days ago

McBride’s 43-Point Night Sparks Lynx, Shatters WNBA 3-Point Record

Kayla McBride dropped a career-high 43 points on 16-for-21 shooting, including 10-for-14 from three, to fuel the Minnesota Lynx’s 103-90 win over Dallas. Her performance, paired with Olivia Miles, showcased an evolved, efficient backcourt and McBride’s ability to carry the offense through doubles. Coach Cheryl Reeve praised her instincts and consistency, and McBride—who re-signed with Minnesota this offseason—remains a cornerstone after a long, storied career.

via Defector|
#kayla-mcbride#minnesota-lynx#note-include-only-top5-so-paige-bueckers-would-be-fifth-if-you-include-however-the-instruction-requests-top5tags
Brewer condemns Lynx coach's 'trans kids belong' shirt at Fever game
sports21 days ago

Brewer condemns Lynx coach's 'trans kids belong' shirt at Fever game

Former Vikings captain Jack Brewer blasted Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve for wearing a 'trans kids belong' shirt at the Fever-Lynx game, saying it promotes affirming transgender children over psychiatric treatment and disrespects women’s sports. He called the message embarrassing for Minnesota and urged accountability from coaches, while also weighing in on Caitlin Clark’s role in the league amid broader debates about women’s sports. The piece also notes other coaches’ responses and related controversies in the WNBA context.

via Fox News|
#caitlin-clark#cheryl-reeve#minnesota-lynx
Lynx Stay on Top by Staying Put as Quiet WNBA Deadline Sparks Late Playoff Buzz
sports22 days ago

Lynx Stay on Top by Staying Put as Quiet WNBA Deadline Sparks Late Playoff Buzz

The WNBA trade deadline passed quietly with only two deals, but the ripple effects matter: the Minnesota Lynx chose not to trade and remain atop the standings behind a strong rookie year from Olivia Miles; the Phoenix Mercury acquired Kelsey Plum in hopes of a late playoff push, with long‑term retention still in question; the Los Angeles Sparks moved to a rebuild by trading Plum for future assets; Aneesah Morrow left the Sun in a deal that further waters down Connecticut’s roster; and the Liberty stood pat while the tight No. 8 seed race remains unsettled, leaving several teams within a game for Nos. 9–13 and a real shot at the postseason in the stretch run.

via CBS Sports|
#los-angeles-sparks#minnesota-lynx#phoenix-mercury
Lynx edge Fever after grueling road swing, Clark sparkles in loss
sports23 days ago

Lynx edge Fever after grueling road swing, Clark sparkles in loss

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Indiana Fever 108-100 in Minneapolis, snapping Indiana’s five-game win streak and extending Minnesota’s run to 10. Indiana, coming off a three-city road trip in six days, wore down defensively as fatigue showed, but Caitlin Clark had 19 points and 10 assists. Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with 37 points, while Lynx guards Olivia Miles (28) and Courtney Williams (27) combined for 55 to seal the win as Indiana heads home to face Las Vegas after the All-Star break.

via Fox News|
#caitlin-clark#indiana-fever#minnesota-lynx
Deadline Heat: Collier and Plum in Focus as WNBA Trade Talks Roar
sports28 days ago

Deadline Heat: Collier and Plum in Focus as WNBA Trade Talks Roar

With the Aug. 2 WNBA trade deadline looming, teams are weighing bold moves under a reworked salary-cap framework, and Napheesa Collier and Kelsey Plum sit at the center of major discussions. The Minnesota Lynx could trade Collier while remaining contenders; the Los Angeles Sparks may push Plum to avoid losing her for nothing, amid front-office changes. Other teams—Phoenix, Connecticut, Washington and New York—are weighing assets, cap space and potential fits (e.g., Alanna Smith, Aneesah Morrow, Laney-Hamilton) as they eye pieces to accelerate their seasons. Expect a busy week of talks and possible blockbuster moves.

via The New York Times|
#kelsey-plum#minnesota-lynx#napheesa-collier
Reeve Breaks WNBA Coaching Wins Record as Lynx Top Sun
sports1 month ago

Reeve Breaks WNBA Coaching Wins Record as Lynx Top Sun

Cheryl Reeve became the WNBA's all-time winningest coach with her 380th victory as the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Connecticut Sun, surpassing former Sun/Washington coach Mike Thibault. A four-time Coach of the Year who has led Minnesota to four titles (last in 2017), Reeve now leads a growing gap over active peers and shows no sign of slowing as the Lynx sit 16-6 and pursue a fifth championship this season.

via Bleacher Report|
#cheryl-reeve#coaching-records#mike-thibault
Miles Breaks WNBA Rookie 3-Point Record as Lynx Edge Valkyries
sports2 months ago

Miles Breaks WNBA Rookie 3-Point Record as Lynx Edge Valkyries

Olivia Miles set a new WNBA rookie record by hitting eight three-pointers in the Minnesota Lynx's 87-84 win over the Golden State Valkyries, finishing with 28 points and seven assists. She surpassed Caitlin Clark and Crystal Robinson for the rookie 3-point record, and the Lynx improved to 8-2 this season. Coach Cheryl Reeve lauded Miles's maturity and playmaking as a key driver for Minnesota's title-contending form.

via Bleacher Report|
#minnesota-lynx#olivia-miles#rookie-record
Lynx Lead a Surprising WNBA Start as Contenders Shuffle
sports2 months ago

Lynx Lead a Surprising WNBA Start as Contenders Shuffle

Three weeks into the WNBA season, the Minnesota Lynx sit atop the standings at 5-2, buoyed by Olivia Miles and smart signings, with the Las Vegas Aces (4-3) and Golden State Valkyries (5-2) close behind. Atlanta Dream (4-2) and Dallas Wings (5-3) occupy the upper tier, while Indiana Fever (4-3) and Portland Fire (5-3) show promise from young rosters. The rest of the league has been inconsistent—New York Liberty and Toronto Tempo sit at 4-4, but injuries and coaching look to shape outcomes, and Los Angeles Sparks (3-3), Chicago Sky (3-4), Washington Mystics (3-3), Seattle Storm (3-5), Phoenix Mercury (2-6), and Connecticut Sun (1-8) are still chasing rhythm, with Connecticut hopeful Leila Lacan’s return offering a spark.

via SB Nation|
#basketball#las-vegas-aces#minnesota-lynx
Lynx Ignite Early WNBA Season as Rookies and International Talent Reshape the League
sports3 months ago

Lynx Ignite Early WNBA Season as Rookies and International Talent Reshape the League

Week one of the WNBA’s 30th season delivered a string of early shocks and breakout moments: the Minnesota Lynx look cohesive and efficient without Napheesa Collier, while the Golden State Valkyries show defensive grit with Gabby Williams; the New York Liberty’s backcourt shines behind Marine Johannès and rookie Pauline Astier; Chicago Sky sit 2–0 after Angel Reese’s arrival, and expansion teams Portland and Toronto are already fun to watch. Rookie Olivia Miles appears to be the early ROY frontrunner, and Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever return has fans buzzing about an MVP bid; international scouting is paying off with Nogic and Čechová making immediate impact.

via Sports Illustrated|
#angel-reese#minnesota-lynx#olivia-miles