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Rookie Miles Shines Despite Lynx Opening Night Defeat
11 May
Summary
- Olivia Miles debuted with 21 points and 8 assists.
- The Lynx lost 91-90 after leading for most of the game.
- Miles became the fifth player with 20+ points and 5+ assists in her debut.
The Minnesota Lynx's opening night game against the Atlanta Dream on Sunday ended in a narrow 91-90 defeat, despite the Lynx leading for 96% of the contest. Rookie Olivia Miles delivered a standout performance in her WNBA debut, tallying 21 points, 8 assists, 3 rebounds, 2 steals, and 2 blocks.
Miles' debut performance was historic, as she became the fifth player in WNBA history to achieve at least 20 points and 5 assists in their first game. Despite this individual success, the overwhelming feeling for Miles was disappointment over the team's loss.
Coach Cheryl Reeve praised Miles' "big time" contribution, while teammate Courtney Williams lauded her as a "little killer" akin to Chelsea Gray. The Lynx will look to rebound as they face the Phoenix Mercury on Tuesday in Phoenix, Arizona.
The team aims to build on the positive aspects of their opening game, hoping to achieve more wins than losses to match their franchise-best record of 34-10 from the previous season.
