Tag: Minnesota Lynx

Cheryl Reeve Makes WNBA History With Third Executive of the Year Award

Brandon King

MINNEAPOLIS — Cheryl Reeve continues to add to her remarkable WNBA legacy. The Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations has been named the 2026 WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year, earning the honor for the third time in her career. Reeve previously received the award in 2019 and 2024, tying Atlanta Dream executive vice president and general manager Dan Padover for the most selections in the award’s history. The latest recognition comes just weeks after Reeve captured her record fifth WNBA Coach of the Year award. Her…

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BREAKING: NEW YORK LIBERTY ELIMINATE NO. 1 LYNX, BECOME FIRST NO. 8 SEED TO DO IT

Brandon King

The New York Liberty just made WNBA playoff history. The No. 8-seeded Liberty defeated the No. 1 Minnesota Lynx 87-71 Tuesday night at Barclays Center, completing a 2-0 first-round sweep and becoming the first No. 8 seed in WNBA history to eliminate a No. 1 seed. (New York Post⁠) New York controlled the game from the opening tip, taking a 26-21 lead after the first quarter and extending the advantage to 49-37 at halftime. The Liberty maintained a 68-56 lead entering the fourth quarter before closing out the Lynx. The…

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Olivia Miles Named 2026 WNBA Rookie of the Year

Brandon King

Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles has officially been named the 2026 Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year, capping a historic first season in the league. Miles was unanimously selected for the award, receiving all 74 votes from the national panel of sportswriters and broadcasters. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft made an immediate impact for the Minnesota Lynx, averaging: Miles started all 40 games she appeared in for Minnesota. Miles Made WNBA History The rookie guard didn’t just win the award — she rewrote the WNBA…

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Olivia Miles Makes WNBA History, Becomes Fastest Player to Reach 500 Points and 150 Assists

Brandon King

Olivia Miles is already putting her name alongside some of the biggest young stars in the WNBA. The Minnesota Lynx rookie has made league history, becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 points and 150 assists, accomplishing the milestone in just 26 games. 🤯 Miles surpassed the previous marks held by two of the league’s most talked-about young stars: The accomplishment highlights Miles’ rare combination of scoring ability, playmaking, and impact as a rookie guard. After a standout collegiate career at University of Notre Dame, Miles entered…

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BREAKING: Napheesa Collier Set to Make 2026 Season Debut for Minnesota Lynx

Brandon King

The Minnesota Lynx are about to receive a major boost. According to Annie Costabile, WNBA superstar Napheesa Collier will make her highly anticipated 2026 season debut on Tuesday after spending months recovering from offseason ankle surgeries. Collier has not played this season after undergoing procedures on both ankles during the offseason. Her return comes at a pivotal point in the campaign as the Lynx continue their push toward championship contention. Minnesota is expected to ease the reigning WNBA MVP candidate back into action, with Collier likely playing under a minutes…

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