Minnesota Lynx Welcome Top Draft Pick Olivia Miles

The former TCU star will join the playoff-contending Lynx as their new starting point guard.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:24am

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of teal, navy, and gold, conceptually representing the dynamic, multifaceted play of a basketball player.The Lynx's new first-round draft pick Olivia Miles brings a dynamic, multifaceted skillset that will be a key part of the team's championship aspirations.Minneapolis Today

The Minnesota Lynx introduced their first-round draft pick, Olivia Miles, at a news conference in Minneapolis. Miles, the second overall selection in the 2026 WNBA Draft, is a former standout at TCU and Notre Dame who will look to make an immediate impact as the Lynx's new starting point guard.

Why it matters

The Lynx are a perennial playoff team and championship contender, so Miles' arrival as a top draft choice signals the team's intent to remain competitive and reload their roster with young talent. Her scoring ability and playmaking skills should provide a boost to the Lynx's backcourt.

The details

Miles, a New Jersey native, spent the first several years of her college career at Notre Dame before transferring to TCU for her final season. She averaged 19.6 points per game for the Horned Frogs last year. The Lynx, led by head coach Cheryl Reeve, believe Miles will have an immediate impact as their new starting point guard.

  • The Lynx introduced Miles at a news conference on April 16, 2026.
  • The Lynx will open their training camp next week.
  • The Lynx will play their first preseason game on April 25, 2026 against the Washington Mystics.
  • The Lynx's regular season begins on May 10, 2026 against the Atlanta Dream.

The players

Olivia Miles

The Lynx's first-round draft pick and new starting point guard, who starred at TCU and Notre Dame in college.

Cheryl Reeve

The head coach of the Minnesota Lynx, who believes Miles will have an immediate impact on the team.

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What they’re saying

“I am excited to be coming to a team that is a playoff and championship caliber team.”

— Olivia Miles, Lynx Draft Pick

What’s next

The Lynx will open their training camp next week in preparation for their first preseason game on April 25th against the Washington Mystics. The regular season begins on May 10th when the Lynx host the Atlanta Dream.

The takeaway

The addition of Olivia Miles, a highly touted draft pick, signals the Lynx's commitment to maintaining their status as one of the WNBA's elite teams and continuing their championship aspirations with a new generation of talent.