Olivia Miles dropped a career‑low seven points in the Lynx’s 81‑75 win over the Golden State Valkyries, a first in her WNBA career. Coach Cheryl Reeve said the off‑night forced Miles to confront a tough defense and highlighted a growth point.

After Golden State’s Cecilia Zandalasini hit a late three to cut the gap, Miles sank two free throws and then blocked Zandalasini’s next attempt, sealing the finish. The play made Miles the third rookie in franchise history to notch three steals and three blocks in a single game.

Veterans Courtney Williams, Nia Coffey and Kayla McBride carried the offense, with Coffey scoring a team‑high 22 points and Williams adding 21 points plus 12 rebounds for her first 20‑point double‑double since August 2024. Their leadership kept the Lynx in the game despite a 12‑point first‑half deficit.

Reeve praised the Lynx’s resilience, noting the team fought back from a 12‑point deficit to hold Golden State to 4‑for‑22 shooting in the final quarter. The loss for Miles underscores a learning curve that could sharpen Minnesota’s rotation as the season progresses for today.