Oliva Miles, Courtney Williams combine for 55 points, Lynx hold off Fever 108-100
Rookie sensation Oliva Miles spearheaded an efficient offense with 28 points, Courtney Williams added 27 points, and the Minnesota Lynx won their 10th-straight game with a 108-100 win over the Indiana Fever on Sunday. There was a rally outside the Target Center that pitted those supporting Fever reserve Sophie Cunningham, who told ESPN last week she believed trans athletes should not play against…
Rookie sensation Oliva Miles led the Minnesota Lynx to an efficient offense with a game-high 28 points, while Courtney Williams contributed 27 points. The Lynx secured a 108-100 victory over the Indiana Fever on Sunday, extending their winning streak to 10 games. Fever reserve Sophie Cunningham sparked a rally outside Target Center, arguing that trans athletes should not play against girls.
Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeves supported her with a "Trans kids belong" shirt and a pregame conversation with Cunningham, who was booed during the match.
Miles and Williams combined for 55 points in a performance that marked the Lynx's first 10-game winning streak since 2016. Both teams shot 57% from the field, tallying 11 three-pointers and 11 of 15 free throws. Minnesota edged Indiana in turnovers (12 to 6) and offensive rebounds (11-5).
Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 18 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. Natasha Howard scored 13 points for the Fever, while Kelsey Mitchell led their charge with a 37-point performance, her fifth 30-point game of the season and 14th straight 20-point game. Caitlin Clark added 19 points and 10 assists, while Aliyah Boston contributed 15 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.
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