
Olivia Miles Dominates WNBA Rookie Rankings as Flau'jae Johnson and Azzi Fudd Shine
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The CBS Sports WNBA Rookie Rankings have produced their first tie of the season, with Flau'jae Johnson and Azzi Fudd both sharing the No. 2 spot. Olivia Miles remains firmly atop the rankings, following a career-high performance this week.
Olivia Miles has set a new career record by scoring 33 points in the Lynx's 104-100 victory over the Mercury. This achievement marks her second game scoring over 30 points and solidifies her position as one of the league’s top scorers. Miles continues to lead all rookies with an average of 19.4 points per game and has made history by becoming the fastest player to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds, and 100 assists in just 22 games.
Flau'jae Johnson climbed to No. 2 after an impressive game where she scored 25 points against the Sky. Johnson not only showcased her scoring ability but also contributed six rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one block. She has emerged as a key leader for a young Storm team, becoming the first rookie this season to surpass 300 points, 135 rebounds, and 30 assists.
Azzi Fudd, also tied for No. 2, has been exceptional on defense, ranking third in the league with 1.7 steals per game and leading all guards in blocks. She scored 16 points in Dallas's recent 96-91 win against the Sky, showcasing her dual-threat capability.
Here are the top five rookies this week:
- 5. Awa Fam: Contributed significantly despite some shooting struggles, scoring 14 points against the Sky.
- 4. Sydney Taylor: Scored 17 points in her last game, making history as an undrafted player with a scoring average of 12.9 points.
- 3. Flau'jae Johnson: Key leader for the Storm, with notable stats this week.
- 2. Azzi Fudd: Defensive powerhouse and crucial scorer for Dallas.
- 1. Olivia Miles: Continues to set the standard for rookies with her scoring prowess.
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