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Gray's late heroics lift Aces past Dream as Wilson climbs scoring list
sports10 days ago

Gray's late heroics lift Aces past Dream as Wilson climbs scoring list

The Las Vegas Aces edged the Atlanta Dream 85-84 on a game-winning jumper by Chelsea Gray. Aces star A'ja Wilson finished with 20 points, six rebounds, two blocks and one assist, moving into 19th on the WNBA's all-time career points list; Angel Reese had 9 points and 8 rebounds but eight turnovers as Las Vegas improved to 4-1, while Atlanta suffered its first loss. The Aces next host the Sparks and the Dream host the Wings in upcoming games.

via Bleacher Report|
#aja-wilson#angel-reese#atlanta-dream
Kate Martin Hit Free Agency: Potential Landing Spots Include Aces, Mystics, and Fever
sports21 days ago

Kate Martin Hit Free Agency: Potential Landing Spots Include Aces, Mystics, and Fever

Golden State waived Kate Martin on May 7 as rosters tighten, opening the door for several suitors. A reunion with the Las Vegas Aces is plausible, given her previous stint and off-court chemistry; the Washington Mystics could use a 3-and-D wing after Cotie McMahon’s injury; and Indiana Fever could pursue Martin to honor Caitlin Clark friendship, aided by non-guaranteed/development-contract slots. All options hinge on roster fits and contract structure, but a new home for Martin seems likely soon.

via Sports Illustrated|
#kate-martin#las-vegas-aces#sports
A’ja Wilson Dominates WNBA GM Survey, Elevating the Aces as Championship Favorites
sports22 days ago

A’ja Wilson Dominates WNBA GM Survey, Elevating the Aces as Championship Favorites

South Carolina star A’ja Wilson dominates the latest WNBA general manager survey, with about 60% of executives naming her the favorite for the 2026 MVP and earning top marks in multiple categories (defense, interior defense, forward, center, and team leadership). Her presence helps push the Las Vegas Aces to the top in championship voting (40% first-place votes). Other Gamecocks, including Allisha Gray and Aliyah Boston, also appear in various voting categories, highlighting Wilson’s outsized influence across the league.

via On3|
#aja-wilson#las-vegas-aces#mvp
Aces Dominate the WNBA Preview as 2026 Preseason Power Rankings Roll Out
sports22 days ago

Aces Dominate the WNBA Preview as 2026 Preseason Power Rankings Roll Out

The article previews the WNBA’s 30th season amid a new collective bargaining agreement, offseason upheaval, and two expansion teams, with the Las Vegas Aces pegged as the team to beat after retaining core stars and adding Jewell Loyd. It ranks 15 teams, noting the New York Liberty’s star-studded roster under a new coach, Atlanta’s versatile core, and continued development across franchises from Indiana to Seattle and Portland, while tracking injuries, rookies, and tactical changes that could reshape the season.

via Sports Illustrated|
#las-vegas-aces#new-york-liberty#power-rankings
Aces Remain The Team to Beat in 2026 WNBA Preseason Rankings
sports23 days ago

Aces Remain The Team to Beat in 2026 WNBA Preseason Rankings

Las Vegas Aces open as clear favorites in the 2026 preseason power rankings as the league expands to 15 teams (including a Canadian franchise) and launches a new media era; New York Liberty, Atlanta Dream, Indiana Fever, and Dallas Wings join them as top challengers, with the rest of the field featuring the Mercury, Sparks, Lynx, Valkyries, Sky, Tempo, Sun, Mystics, Storm, and Fire.

via The New York Times|
#basketball#las-vegas-aces#power-rankings
A’ja Wilson inks historic three-year WNBA supermax with the Aces
sports-business1 month ago

A’ja Wilson inks historic three-year WNBA supermax with the Aces

A’ja Wilson signed a three-year supermax with the Las Vegas Aces, making her the highest-paid player in WNBA history. The deal starts at $1.4 million in 2026 and could exceed $4.7 million with maximum raises, surpassing the previous record. Wilson’s commitment follows a wave of team-friendly deals from fellow Aces to retain a championship core through 2028.

via The New York Times|
#aja-wilson#contract#las-vegas-aces
A'ja Wilson Signs History-Making Max Contract With Las Vegas Aces
sports1 month ago

A'ja Wilson Signs History-Making Max Contract With Las Vegas Aces

Four-time MVP A'ja Wilson agreed to the largest contract in WNBA history with the Las Vegas Aces, keeping her as the centerpiece of the defending champions as the league’s new CBA boosts salaries. Wilson posted 23.4 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game and powered Vegas to a 16-game late-season win streak and MVP honors, while the Aces unveiled an updated roster around core stars. The move comes amid league expansion plans for 2026–2030 that will reshape free agency and rosters across the WNBA.

via Bleacher Report|
#aja-wilson#expansion#free-agency
Las Vegas Aces Clinch Third WNBA Title in Four Years
sports7 months ago

Las Vegas Aces Clinch Third WNBA Title in Four Years

The Phoenix Mercury trail 0-3 in the 2025 WNBA Finals against the Las Vegas Aces but are fighting to stay alive in Game 4. The series has garnered significant attention, with Game 1 achieving the highest viewership in 28 years for a WNBA Finals game, and the first three games collectively marking the best Finals viewership in 25 years, indicating growing interest in women's basketball despite the series' current imbalance.

via Sports Illustrated|
#espn-ratings#las-vegas-aces#phoenix-mercury