Olivia Miles On Her Standout WNBA Rookie Season, MVP Conversations & Learning From Her Vets

Minnesota Lynx star Olivia Miles joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady on Cousins to discuss life in the WNBA, her standout rookie season, and the mindset behind her immediate impact.

Olivia reflects on hearing her name called on draft night, joining the four-time champion Lynx, and finding herself in MVP conversations as a rookie. She explains how she developed her unique pace and creativity, what she’s learned from teammates Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams, and the biggest lessons of her first season. Olivia also talks about becoming an All-Star starter, the rise of the WNBA, and staying grounded as her recognition grows.

Olivia looks back on playing at Notre Dame under Niele Ivey, overcoming a knee injury that sidelined her for a season, and the players who inspired her growing up, including Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Stephen Curry, Luka Dončić and Sue Bird. She also discusses representing Team USA at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup, her three-year deal with Unrivaled, and preparing for her first WNBA playoffs as Vince and T-Mac share postseason advice.

Plus, Olivia opens up about life away from basketball, playing as herself in NBA 2K, and the best investments she’s made in herself. She shares why her signature goggles have inspired young fans and what it means to see people wearing her jersey.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:00 Olivia Miles Joins Cousins

01:45 Adjusting To Life In The WNBA

02:45 Olivia’s Basketball Inspirations Growing Up

04:54 Developing Her Unique Pace & Style Of Play

07:00 Biggest Lessons From Her Rookie Season

12:17 Becoming A WNBA All-Star As A Rookie