Dawn Staley Suggests Olivia Miles Should be New WNBA Logo

Dawn Staley, the renowned head coach of the Minnesota Lynx, has proposed that rookie Olivia Miles should become the WNBA's new logo. Staley, known for her exceptional basketball skills, shared her thoughts on X after the Lynx's victory over the Indiana Fever. She expressed her excitement about Miles, affectionately nicknamed "The Spectacle," stating that she was cursing at her house about her admiration for the young player.

Staley even shared a fan-made mock of Miles as the WNBA logo on the platform. Dawn Staley's praise carries significant weight in the basketball world, given her illustrious career as a Hall-of-Fame player. However, it doesn't require a seasoned basketball observer to recognize Miles' exceptional talent. During the game against the Fever, Miles delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 28 points on 11-for-14 field shooting, along with six assists and four rebounds.

Her consistent performance since being drafted second overall by the Lynx in the 2026 WNBA Draft showcases her potential to compete for both the WNBA Rookie of the Year and MVP awards. Despite not being awarded "The Logo" title, Miles has a strong chance at winning these accolades. The Lynx are currently on an impressive ten-game winning streak, boasting the best record in the WNBA at 25-6.

Miles leads the team in scoring (19.4 points per game) and assists (5.8 per game), and her performance continues to improve. She has quickly integrated with veteran All-Star guards Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride, and now, the return of All-Star forward Napheesa Collier further strengthens the Lynx lineup. While the Las Vegas Aces, who have won three of the last four WNBA titles, are a formidable opponent, the Lynx believe this could be the year to end their eight-year championship drought.