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Kevin Garnett Praises Olivia Miles as She Emerges as WNBA Rookie frontrunner

The Hall of Famer’s public endorsement highlights growing mainstream attention to a rookie who has become Minnesota’s primary offensive driver.

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Jun 21, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles (5) celebrates a basket against the Washington Mystics during the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Miles recorded a game-high 22 points, five rebounds and six assists in a home loss to Washington on Sunday.
  • She is averaging about 18 points, 5–6 assists and roughly five rebounds while helping the Lynx sit atop the league with a 13-4 record.
  • Miles set a WNBA rookie mark by making eight three-pointers in a game and won the Kia Rookie of the Month award for May.
  • Kevin Garnett posted on X that Miles is “one of the best rookies in ALL of basketball,” a remark that drew extra attention because of his long ties to Minnesota.
  • Coaches have praised her growth but pointed to late-game mistakes as reminders that her Rookie of the Year case will depend on sustained consistency and how the Lynx reintegrate Napheesa Collier when she returns.