What happened: Olivia Miles collected the 2026 Kia Rookie of the Year Award ahead of postseason play. Forbes linked the honor to new agreements with Adidas and Geico.
Why it matters: National deals in award week signal early cornerstone status off the court. That profile follows her into a first playoff run with rotation attention elevated.
By the numbers: Averaged 19.8 points to set the rookie scoring record.
What to watch: Watch her minutes and usage as the series opens.