Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve took aim at officials after a narrow WNBA Commissioner's Cup 2026 loss to the Las Vegas Aces.
Reeve's side fell to the Aces 97-100 in a tightly contested on-the-road matchup over the weekend. But Reeve argued it was the referee's decision in the waning minutes of the fourth quarter that ultimately cost her team their eight-game winning streak.
The WNBA Referee Call That Sparked Reeve's Frustration
The Lynx were leading 94-93 in the final minute when officials called a three-point shooting foul on veteran guard Kayla McBride. Reeve challenged the play, but the officiating crew upheld the call under a newly implemented league guideline on shooter follow-through.
"The interpretation of the rule, the officials got wrong, unfortunately," Reeve said. A correct call, she added, could have changed the outcome entirely. Instead, the Aces converted the free throws to retake the lead and seal the win.
Olivia Miles Posts Career High in Lynx vs. Aces Loss
Despite the loss, rookie Olivia Miles gave Minnesota fans reason to look ahead. She posted a career-high 29 points, bouncing back from a tough first quarter and high turnover count to carry the Lynx offense down the stretch.
"When you have a rookie like that, maybe not playing her best, maybe turning it over, not defending the way we need her to defend," Reeve said, "and then just kind of willing yourself at the end and willing the team at the end to give us a chance, that's a special player."
Where to Watch WNBA Commissioner's Cup Games This Week
The Lynx will look to rebound when they host the Portland Fire tonight at 8 PM ET on WNBA League Pass.
The Aces will travel to Dallas to take on the Wings tonight at 8 PM ET on USA Network.
