What happened: Olivia Miles erupted for 24 points in the first half on Wednesday, setting a new WNBA rookie record for scoring in any single half. Miles was nearly automatic from the floor, shooting 10-of-11 including a perfect 2-of-2 from deep to lead the Lynx to a dominant start in Los Angeles.

Why it matters: The historic performance solidifies Miles' position as the Rookie of the Year frontrunner and fuels growing MVP buzz as Minnesota moves to a league-best 12-3 record. The win keeps the Lynx atop the standings and in prime position for the Commissioner’s Cup championship. Market sentiment moved sharply on the rookie’s season awards following the historic first-half surge.

What to watch: The rookie looks to maintain her double-digit scoring streak as Minnesota prepares for the Commissioner's Cup final on June 30.