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Olivia Miles Faces Pivotal Decision on WNBA Draft vs. College Return

Projected as the No. 2 pick, the Notre Dame guard weighs professional aspirations against her love for college and ongoing recovery from injuries.

Notre Dame guard Olivia Miles (5) celebrate after making a 3-pointer against TCU in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on March 29, 2025, in Birmingham, Ala. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)
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Overview

  • Olivia Miles, a standout guard for Notre Dame, remains undecided about entering the 2025 WNBA draft or returning for her final college season.
  • Miles is projected as the No. 2 pick by the Seattle Storm but has expressed uncertainty due to her attachment to college and readiness for the professional league.
  • The 22-year-old played through an ankle injury during the NCAA tournament and is recovering from a prior knee injury that sidelined her for the 2023-24 season.
  • She averaged 15.4 points, 5.8 assists, and 5.6 rebounds during the 2024-25 season, solidifying her status as a top prospect.
  • The WNBA draft is set for April 14, 2025, and while players are encouraged to decide eligibility within 48 hours of their last game, some flexibility is allowed.