{
  "id": 9062349,
  "title": "Lynx announce concerning Olivia Miles injury before Caitlin Clark matchup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/lynx-announce-concerning-olivia-miles-injury-before-caitlin-clark",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T02:12:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lynx-announce-concerning-olivia-miles-021251776.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Minnesota Lynx have released a statement regarding the possible absence of rookie star Olivia Miles in their upcoming matchup against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. The Lynx listed Miles as questionable for Tuesday’s game due to a left calf injury. Although Miles played 31 minutes during the team's recent 101-89 victory over the Connecticut Sun, displaying no evident signs of significant injury, the Lynx decided to include her in the official status report. Anastasiia Olairi Kosu is also ruled out due to a right foot injury.\n\nMiles, who has had a remarkable rookie season averaging 19.8 points, 6.0 assists, and 4.7 rebounds per game, is the favorite to win the Rookie of the Year award. Her performance has been instrumental in keeping the Lynx near the top of the standings. However, the team's primary focus is on keeping Miles healthy for the playoffs. The Lynx have secured their position among the league's leading championship contenders and do not wish to risk Miles' health.\n\nThe game holds significant playoff implications for Indiana, as they aim to secure a top four spot and home-court advantage. The matchup could prove entertaining, given that a healthy Miles would provide an exciting challenge for Caitlin Clark, who recently surpassed the rookie scoring record. However, the decision regarding Miles' participation may not be finalized until closer to game time due to the difficulty in managing calf injuries, especially with the playoffs approaching.",
  "summary": "Rookie of the Year favorite Olivia Miles is questionable with a new calf injury before Minnesota begins a two-game set against Indiana.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}