Lynx Top Aces Behind Miles’ 23 Points, Improve to 29-7

Olivia Miles strengthened her WNBA Rookie of the Year campaign with a team-high 23 points and eight assists, leading the Minnesota Lynx to a 92-87 victory over the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday night. The win at Michelob ULTRA Arena marked a significant road triumph for the league-leading Lynx, who improved their league-best record to 29-7.

The Lynx secured their fourth consecutive victory, including a home win over Las Vegas on August 8, and extended their dominant stretch to 14 wins in their last 15 games. Napheesa Collier supported Miles with 19 points, while Natasha Howard posted a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds. Kayla McBride added 13 points, and Courtney Williams and Nia Coffey each scored 12 for Minnesota.

Despite a spectacular 32-point performance from four-time MVP A'ja Wilson, the Aces saw their two-game winning streak end, falling to 24-12. Wilson was efficient, shooting 10-of-15 from the field and 11-of-12 from the free-throw line, while also grabbing seven rebounds. NaLyssa Smith contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds for the defending champions.

The game was tightly contested throughout the first half, with the score tied ten times. Wilson's jumper with 34...