Caitlin Clark comparisons continue to follow Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles. And after another historic performance on Thursday, those discussions have only intensified.
Even though the Lynx saw their 10-game winning streak snapped in an 89-82 loss to the struggling Los Angeles Sparks, Miles once again earned the WNBA world’s praise.
Olivia Miles Makes More History, Fuels ‘Best Rookie Ever’ Debate Over Caitlin Clark
The No. 2 pick in this year’s draft finished with 23 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals, moving within striking distance of one of Clark’s most impressive rookie accomplishments.
Miles now trails only the Indiana Fever superstar for the most games by a rookie guard with at least 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, per Real App.
Her latest outing also cemented her place among the most productive rookies in league history.
According to Polymarket Hoops, Miles has scored 594 points through her first 30 WNBA games, the fourth-highest total ever. Only Cynthia Cooper (670), Seimone Augustus (657), and A’ja Wilson (608) produced more points over the same span.
Not surprisingly, the WNBA community erupted with praise after another historic night.
“Best rookie year ever?” a New England Patriots supporter wondered.
Best rookie year ever?
— The Boston Dude (@TheCurrentTalk) August 7, 2026
“Insane talent,” another user added.
Insane talent
— col!nstwt (@twiceatwt) August 7, 2026
“Olivia Miles is shooting near 50% FG. Caitlin Clark was nowhere near efficient in her rookie season!” a WNBA observer noted.
Olivia Miles is shooting near 50% FG
Caitlin Clark was nowhere near efficient in her rookie season!
— Trez (@spacelandsea22) August 7, 2026
“23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Miles is already showing she can influence a game in far more ways than just scoring,” Corner Lab posted.
23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Miles is already showing she can influence a game in far more ways than just scoring
— CornerLab (@CornerLabSEV) August 7, 2026
“Insane pace from a rookie season she’s got the fire,” another X user reacted.
Insane pace from a rookie season she’s got the fire.
— Eazicart (@Eazicartapp) August 7, 2026
“MVP MVP MVP,” a WNBA observer heaped ultimate praise on her.
“Looks like the record books just got a fresh coat of Olivia ink,” a WNBA supporter tweeted.
Looks like the record books just got a fresh coat of Olivia ink.
— zo3y 🏳️⚧️ l (@EvaWilliam81524) August 7, 2026
The excitement surrounding Miles goes beyond one memorable performance.
During Clark’s historic rookie campaign in 2024, the Fever franchise cornerstone averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 41.7%, including 34.4% from 3-point range.
Miles is going toe-to-toe with her. The 2026 Rookie of the Year favorite is averaging 19.7 ppg, 5.8 apg, 4.7 rpg, and 1.3 spg while shooting an outstanding 50.2%, including 38.0% from beyond the arc.
The Lynx may have suffered their first defeat since July 6, but Miles gave fans another reminder of why she has become one of the league’s brightest young stars.
Comparisons to Clark no longer feel premature. They are now inevitable.
If Miles continues producing at this pace while leading Minnesota to the top of the standings (25-7), the conversation could shift from whether she’s matching Clark’s rookie season to whether she’s authoring the greatest rookie campaign the WNBA has ever witnessed.
