Olivia Miles announced on Monday that she will forego the 2025 WNBA Draft and enter the transfer portal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Miles’ decision is a shocking one, as she was projected to be the No. 2 overall pick in April’s draft. She had a strong year for Notre Dame in 2024-25, averaging 15.4 points, 5.8 assists and 5.6 rebounds. She has been with the Fighting Irish for four seasons and has one season of NCAA eligibility remaining. She did not play in 2023-24, after tearing her ACL the season prior.
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It is unclear exactly why Miles made this decision, but many are speculating that the value of NIL opportunities in college as compared to salaries in the WNBA could be a factor.
Here’s what to know about Olivia Miles foregoing the WNBA Draft.
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Is Olivia Miles going to the WNBA?
Miles announced that she is not going to the WNBA this year and will return to college, opting to enter the transfer portal. Her decision is a seismic one for both the college game and the WNBA.
Miles was projected to be the No. 2 overall pick behind UConn superstar guard Paige Bueckers, a selection that was acquired by the Storm in a three-team…
