Olivia Miles gives brutally honest response to WNBA MVP chatter after Lynx win

In the aftermath of the Minnesota Lynx's impressive 94-84 win over the Washington Mystics, star forward Olivia Miles provided candid remarks about the ongoing WNBA MVP chatter. The 24-year-old, who entered the league as the second overall pick, put on a stellar display of play, tallying a team-leading 24 points alongside seven assists and three steals.

Miles has been nothing short of dominant throughout her rookie season, averaging 20.0 points, 6.2 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per contest in 36 games. Her recent five-game stretch has been nothing short of spectacular, as she has logged 20-plus points on four separate occasions.

Despite the buzz surrounding her potential as the league's first-time MVP, Miles remains unbothered by the speculation. After the Lynx's victory, Miles told reporters, "I really just don't care (laughs)... I love my teammates first and I love winning." Miles' impressive performances have certainly earned her a spot in the MVP conversation, as she has broken records and shattered expectations.

Not only has she surpassed Caitlin Clark to become the fastest player in WNBA history to record 650 points and 200 assists, but she also holds the single-game rookie record with eight three-pointers.

However, the road to the top prize is far from easy. Miles will be up against fierce competition from A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces, Breanna Stewart of the Seattle Storm, and No. 1 overall pick Caitlin Clark. One factor working in Miles' favor is her status as the leader of the WNBA's best team, as the Lynx have enjoyed a record-breaking 31-7 season thus far.