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sports11 days ago•11 min saved

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

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Lynx Elevate Backcourt with Olivia Miles at No. 2 in 2026 Draft

In the 2026 WNBA Draft in New York, the Dallas Wings selected Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 pick and Minnesota followed with Olivia Miles at No. 2 to bolster its guard rotation after Natisha Hiedeman’s departure, with Miles—a standout from Notre Dame and TCU—bringing elite playmaking and outside shooting, while the Lynx also added guard Lani White to strengthen backcourt depth behind Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride.

via Canis Hoopus|

#azzi-fudd #basketball #minnesota-lynx

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Three-Way Chase for WNBA Draft No. 1: Fudd, Miles, and Fam

Azzi Fudd, Olivia Miles, and Awa Fam are the leading candidates for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Fudd averaged 17.3 points per game in her final season at UConn; Miles posted 19.6 ppg and 6.5 assists in her first year with TCU after transferring from Notre Dame; Fam, 19, is playing in Spain and has high ceiling but less college experience. Dallas is a likely destination for the top pick after drafting Paige Bueckers last year. The draft unfolds after a busy offseason with a new CBA, expansion draft, and record free-agent signings, ahead of the May 8, 2026 season start.

via NBC News|

#awa-fam #azzi-fudd #olivia-miles

sports2 years ago•9 min saved

"Notre Dame Women's Basketball Prepares for March Madness Run with Olivia Miles Leading the Way"

Notre Dame's women's basketball team prepares for their NCAA Tournament opener with junior guard Olivia Miles, who is sitting out the season to recover from a knee injury. The team, currently on an eight-game winning streak, faces Kent State in the first round with a limited roster due to injuries. Coach Niele Ivey adjusts practice to accommodate the smaller team and emphasizes the importance of avoiding fouls. Senior forward Maddy Westbeld looks to her sister, a former Notre Dame player, for guidance. The team is led by freshman point guard Hannah Hidalgo, known for her energetic play and all-around contributions.

via Irish Illustrated|

#game-preparation #injury-recovery #ncaa-womens-basketball-tournament

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Resilient Notre Dame faces Maryland in Sweet Sixteen rematch.

Notre Dame women's basketball team has shown resilience and toughness after losing star point guard Olivia Miles to a season-ending knee injury. Despite the loss, the team has made it to the Sweet 16 and will face Maryland on Saturday. Coach Niele Ivey has worked hard to keep Miles engaged and involved with the team, while players like Sonia Citron have stepped up to fill the void. The team has embraced the challenge of doing more with a smaller roster and is focused on supporting Miles and injured guard Dara Mabrey emotionally.

via ESPN|

#injury #ncaa-tournament #notre-dame

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Notre Dame's Olivia Miles sidelined for NCAA Tournament due to knee injury.

Notre Dame's All-America point guard Olivia Miles will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury. Miles, who was named an AP second-team All-American, is considered one of the brightest young players in women's college basketball. Notre Dame has had a string of bad injury luck this season, also losing shooter Dara Mabrey to a season-ending knee injury in January. The Irish earned a No. 3 seed in the NCAA tournament and will be hosting first- and second-round games this weekend.

via ESPN|

#knee-injury #ncaa-tournament #notre-dame