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Kayla McBride, Olivia Miles star in the Lynx’s 104-100 win over the Mercury
By James Monical at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kayla McBride scored a season-high 37 points, rookie Olivia Miles had a career-high 33 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 104-100 on Monday night for their third straight victory.
McBride’s sixth 3-pointer gave Minnesota a 101-98 lead with 45.1 seconds left. Mil...
Key takeaway Miles drove into the lane and found Natasha Howard for a layup with 21.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The Lynx's thrilling 104-100 win over the Mercury marks a significant milestone in their season, with the team now boasting an 18-6 record. As the Lynx prepare to host Los Angeles on Wednesday, they will look to build on the momentum generated by Kayla McBride's season-high 37 points and Olivia Miles's career-high 33 points. Miles's impressive performance also cemented her place in WNBA history as the fastest player to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds, and 100 assists. With the Twin Cities community eagerly following the team's progress, the Lynx's success has the potential to draw even more fans to their upcoming games, further solidifying their presence in the local sports landscape. As the team continues to push for a strong season, their home games will be a major draw for Minneapolis residents and basketball enthusiasts alike.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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What is this story about? MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kayla McBride scored a season-high 37 points, rookie Olivia Miles had a career-high 33 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 104-100 on Monday night for their third straight victory.
McBride’s sixth 3-pointer gave Minnesota a 101-98 lead with 45.1 seconds left. Mil...
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