What happened: Olivia Miles described the defensive challenge during a halftime interview Sunday. Her matchup made four 3-pointers in the opening half.
Why it matters: The exchange captured a rookie adjusting to an elite scoring performance. An 11-point halftime deficit raised the urgency of that defensive task.
By the numbers: The opposing scorer had 23 points, four 3-pointers, two assists and one rebound at halftime. The score was 64-53.
What to watch: Miles' second-half response will be central to closing the gap.