Olivia Miles Breaks WNBA Rookie Scoring Record at 790 Points as Lynx Beat Sun 101-89
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Updated · Fox News · Sep 21
Olivia Miles Breaks WNBA Rookie Scoring Record at 790 Points as Lynx Beat Sun 101-89
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 21
Summary
Olivia Miles scored 21 points in Minnesota’s 101-89 win over Connecticut on Sunday, pushing her season total to 790 and past Caitlin Clark’s rookie record of 769.
The Lynx guard reached the mark in 40 games—the same number Clark needed in 2024—even after the WNBA expanded its schedule for 2026.
Miles, the No. 2 overall pick this spring, said the record reflected Minnesota’s team support and coaching as much as her individual play.
The former TCU standout has already broken other Clark-held rookie marks this season, including most 3-pointers in a game with eight, and became the fastest rookie to 350 points, 100 rebounds and 100 assists in 21 games.
Minnesota improved to 32-10 and remained one game ahead of Golden State for first place, underscoring how Miles’ breakout year has fueled a title-contending Lynx team.