OLIVIA MILES: 2026 WNBA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

Olivia Miles’ rookie season is officially one for the record books.

The Minnesota Lynx guard was unanimously named the 2026 Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year, receiving all 74 votes from the national panel of sportswriters and broadcasters.

Miles averaged 19.8 points, 6.0 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.3 steals while starting all 40 of her games. She also set WNBA rookie records with 790 total points and 22 games with at least 20 points.

She led all rookies in scoring, assists, field goals made and efficiency, swept all four Rookie of the Month awards, and helped Minnesota finish 33–11 with the No. 1 seed in the playoffs.

From Day 1, Miles looked comfortable on the biggest stage. Now she has the hardware to match the season.

Olivia Miles. 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year. Unanimous.

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Beyond The Score.