Miles leads Lynx past Aces in potential playoff preview

Olivia Miles poured in a game‑high 26 points to power the Minnesota Lynx past the Las Vegas Aces 98‑87 on Saturday morning at Target Center, widening Minnesota’s lead in the WNBA standings. All five Lynx starters reached double figures, with forward Napheesa Collier contributing 22 points, five rebounds and three assists. Miles, who leads all rookies in scoring at 19.8 points per game, shot better than 50 percent from the field and roughly 40 percent from three‑point range. For Las Vegas, guard Jackie Young topped the squad with 23 points. A’ja Wilson struggled offensively, converting just five of her 17 field‑goal attempts and finishing with 16 points. The effort moved Wilson into exclusive company: she became only the second player in WNBA history to amass 6,500 points, 2,500 rebounds, 500 assists, 500 blocks and 300 steals, joining Candace Parker. The Aces entered the contest 4‑1 since the All‑Star break but dropped to 22‑10 overall and 2‑2 through the first four games of a five‑game road trip. Despite the setback, Las Vegas remains one of just seven teams to have defeated Minnesota this season, having won the opening meeting 100‑97 on June 13. *This is a developing story. Check back for updates.*