Candace Parker Lauds Olivia Miles While Predicting Absolutely Crazy WNBA Redemption

The WNBA drafts are over, with teams nearly filling up their final roster spots for the training camps. While many rookies might not play in the actual season, first-rounders usually get a nod from the franchise looking to build around them. The Dallas Wings chose to go with UConn’s star Azzi Fudd, and the 2024 finalists, the Minnesota Lynx, strengthened their roster by landing Olivia Miles as the No. 2 pick.

Analysts saw many positives about all the top picks, making the 2026 rookie seasons much more interesting to watch. Former champion Candace Parker, though, feels that the Lynx’s top pick is in a much better place at the moment.

Candace Parker Praises Olivia Miles

Finishing her college career with the best stats, the TCU guard was one of the top targets for many franchises. The Lynx got the opportunity to snap the playmaker at the number 2 position, handing them an elite offensive player who could be handy on defense, too. Parker lauded Miles on the recent episode of the ‘Post Moves’ podcast and hinted that the coach would make her an even better star.

“To me, Olivia Miles is a franchise changer… What Cheryl Reeve is about to do with Olivia Miles, like, this is absolutely crazy,” Parker said.

Candace Parker on Miles going to Minny:

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— Vanshay Murdock🎥 NEW ACCOUNT (@mvanshay) April 17, 2026

The Lynx lacked a playmaker, with Courtney Williams stepping in, sacrificing her scoring numbers. Despite the addition, Cheryl Reeve details Courtney Williams’ role on the team, who recently re-signed with the franchise.

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The player had been one of the top guards in the NCAA 2025-26 season, leading the side in scoring and assists too. With over seven rebounds and nearly two steals per game, she also showcased her capabilities on the defensive end. Reeve will look to maximize her production and, through her, improve the team’s offense, which struggled in the postseason.

Also, the player is happy with the place she got into and the team she is in to start her professional career.

Olivia Miles Excited To Join Minnesota Lynx

The former Notre Dame guard shocked everyone by deciding to return to college and play with TCU. Now with her first-ever Elite Eight appearance and a selection as the second overall pick with the Lynx, the player proved her decision right. Talking to the media, she showed her excitement about joining the contender team, matching her at every level.

“I’m excited to, again, join a franchise and a culture who aligns with me and my beliefs and gives me a platform to spread whatever message | want to spread. I can’t wait to meet the people in the community that will actually be impacted be me and my presence here,” Miles said.

Olivia smiles on joining a Lynx franchise that supports players in speaking up for social justice and their beliefs

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— Andrew Dukowitz (@adukeMN) April 15, 2026

While there is not much time for the start of the season, fans will get to see the ‘final result’ on the floor soon.