Olivia Miles Has Caitlin Clark in Her Sights Amid Record-Breaking Rookie Year

Minnesota Lynx rookie guard Olivia Miles has been making waves in the WNBA this season, with her performance being a key factor in the team's advancement. Drafted by the Lynx in April, Miles has quickly become a recognizable star in the league, despite their top player, Napheesa Collier, being absent. Her impressive stats include 20 points, eight rebounds, five assists, two steals, and a block in their recent match against the New York Liberty.

As of now, Miles has scored 769 points in her rookie season, which is the same number of points Caitlin Clark, a three-time WNBA All-Star, achieved in her debut season with the Indiana Fever. Miles is currently leading her team, the 31-10 Lynx, with an average of 19.7 points and six assists per game. Her efficiency is also noteworthy, with a 49.5% field-goal percentage.

While her team is currently in a slump ahead of the postseason, with three consecutive losses against playoff-qualified teams, Miles is firmly in the race for Rookie of the Year and is also considered a strong contender for MVP. The Lynx's next game is against the Connecticut Sun on September 20, followed by two more games against Clark and the Indiana Fever to wrap up their regular-season schedule.