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Lynx guard scores season-low seven points in 81-75 win
Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles finished with seven points on 1-of-10 shooting in an 81-75 victory over the Golden State Valkyries. The team described the performance as a growth opportunity for the rookie.
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Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles scored a season-low seven points on 1-of-10 shooting in an 81-75 win over the Golden State Valkyries on Friday night. The rookie had set a career high in scoring the previous game. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said the performance offered a learning experience.
"She needed a game like this," Reeve said. "This was a tremendous growth point for her.
Valkyries lead early before Lynx rally Golden State built a 12-point lead and dominated the first half. The Lynx cut the deficit to three points by halftime. Minnesota opened the third quarter with a 12-5 run. The team held the Valkyries to 4-of-22 shooting in the fourth quarter.
Veterans lead scoring in victory Courtney Williams recorded 21 points and 12 rebounds. Nia Coffey led the team with 22 points. Williams said she takes pride in mentoring younger players. Coffey noted the value of learning from such games early in a career.
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