WNBA: Aces defeats Liberty to win second straight title
1 year, 2 months ago

WNBA: Aces defeats Liberty to win second straight title

The Hindu  

The Las Vegas Aces won its second consecutive WNBA title on Wednesday after beating the New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4 of the Finals. New York had appeared on track to keep their first Finals campaign in 21 years alive against a depleted Aces roster but an error-filled second half cost them dearly. New York had a commanding lead at halftime thanks to standout performances from forward Betnijah Laney and guard Courtney Vandersloot but Las Vegas came alive in the third, outshooting the home team 23-12. A clutch jump shot from Sabrina Ionescu put New York within one point with only seconds left but their frantic last-gasp attempts to clinch victory came up short.

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2024 WNBA season: A historic year for women’s basketball, both on and off the court
2 months ago

2024 WNBA season: A historic year for women’s basketball, both on and off the court

CNN  

CNN — With confetti falling from the rafters, a boisterous Brooklyn crowd bellowing and the victorious New York Liberty celebrating, the curtain fell on the 2024 WNBA season. “It was this perfect storm of the league growing exponentially, and then you hit this season where the college game really gave the WNBA a boost,” veteran WNBA analyst LaChina Robinson told …

New York Liberty Soar to WNBA Finals Victory, Setting Stage for Championship No. 1
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2 months ago

New York Liberty Soar to WNBA Finals Victory, Setting Stage for Championship No. 1

Associated Press  

The New York Liberty won their first WNBA championship after two years of waiting. The team defeated the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. This win marks a significant milestone for the Liberty, who have been close to claiming the championship but have fallen short in previous years. With a strong core group of Breanna Stewart, …

New York Takes Down Minnesota in Epic WNBA Finals Battle
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2 months ago

New York Takes Down Minnesota in Epic WNBA Finals Battle

The Hindu  

New York City wins their first WNBA championship after defeating the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in overtime of a decisive Game 5 on Sunday night. Jonquel Jones scored 17 points to lead New York, which was one of the original franchises in the league. The Liberty made the WNBA Finals five times before, losing each one, including last season. This time …

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship
2 months ago

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship

NPR  

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship toggle caption Pamela Smith/AP The New York Liberty won its first championship title after powering through a series of five games, two of which went to overtime. The Liberty won the series 3-2 against the Minnesota Lynx, and scored 67-62 in Sunday’s final game. “To be …

New York Liberty Triumphs in WNBA Finals, Clinching First Title in 28 Years
2 months ago

New York Liberty Triumphs in WNBA Finals, Clinching First Title in 28 Years

CNN  

The New York Liberty clinched their first WNBA title with a thrilling 67-62 victory over the Minnesota Lynx in Game 5 of the Finals. Nyara Sabally shone brightly for the Liberty, scoring 13 points and grabbing seven rebounds and a key block in overtime. Despite facing controversy surrounding a controversial free throw call, the Liberty emerged victorious, marking a historic …

WNBA Finals Reach Decisive Game 5 for First Time Since 2019 as Liberty and Lynx Head to New York
2 months ago

WNBA Finals Reach Decisive Game 5 for First Time Since 2019 as Liberty and Lynx Head to New York

Associated Press  

It's the first time in 5 years that the WNBA Finals will go to a Game 5. The Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty will battle it out in the Big Apple on Sunday night, with the winner claiming the championship. Both teams have been battling for the entire series, with the game being incredibly close throughout. Minnesota has the …

New York's Last-Second Shot: A Chance to Rewrite History
2 months ago

New York's Last-Second Shot: A Chance to Rewrite History

Associated Press  

The New York Liberty are looking to bounce back from a 2-1 deficit in their best-of-five series against the Minnesota Lynx. Sabrina Ionescu hit a game-winning 28-footer in the final seconds, giving New York a 2-1 lead in the series. The Liberty will attempt to force a decisive Game 5 in New York on Sunday.

Sabrina Ionescu’s tiebreaking three lifts Liberty over Lynx in Game 3 of WNBA Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu’s tiebreaking three lifts Liberty over Lynx in Game 3 of WNBA Finals

LA Times  

Sabrina Ionescu hit a tiebreaking three-pointer from the top of the key with one second left and Breanna Stewart scored 30 points to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-77 on Wednesday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals. Trailing 73-69 with 2:26 left in the fourth quarter, the Liberty scored eight straight points, including …

Liberty even WNBA Finals with Game 2 defeat of Lynx
2 months, 1 week ago

Liberty even WNBA Finals with Game 2 defeat of Lynx

LA Times  

New York’s Breanna Stewart slips past Minnesota defenders for a layup during the first half in Game 2 on Sunday. With the Minnesota Lynx making another fourth quarter run, the two-time league MVP refused to let the New York Liberty lose again. Stewart scored 21 points and had a WNBA Finals record seven steals to help the Liberty beat the …

Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with overtime win to open WNBA Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with overtime win to open WNBA Finals

LA Times  

From left, Minnesota Lynx’s Bridget Carleton, Courtney Williams, Alanna Smith and Napheesa Collier celebrate after defeating the New York Liberty in overtime in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday in New York. The historic rally by the Lynx to beat New York 95-93 in a wild Game 1 of the WNBA Finals ranks right up there as one …

Breanna Stewart had two key chances … and fell short in the Liberty’s Game 1 WNBA Finals loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Breanna Stewart had two key chances … and fell short in the Liberty’s Game 1 WNBA Finals loss

New York Times  

NEW YORK — For the briefest of moments, Breanna Stewart put her hands on her head. The game tying freethrow by Breanna Stewart that sends the game to overtime At the end of regulation the score is 84-84#WNBAFinals presented by @YouTubeTV pic.twitter.com/O1Cg0MkbNi — WNBA October 11, 2024 Credit Collier, this season’s Defensive Player of the Year, for stifling Stewart. “I …

Minnesota's Heroic Comeback Stuns New York in WNBA Finals Game 1
2 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota's Heroic Comeback Stuns New York in WNBA Finals Game 1

Associated Press  

Minnesota stunned New York Liberty 95-93 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. Despite trailing 18 points in the first half, the Lynx rallied back and won the game on a late Napheesa Collier jumper with 8.8 seconds left in overtime. Minnesota's win marks a historic moment for the team, as they are the first team in WNBA playoff history …

Las Vegas Aces Guard Tiffany Hayes Wins WNBA Sixth Player of the Year Award
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Las Vegas Aces Guard Tiffany Hayes Wins WNBA Sixth Player of the Year Award

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces guard Tiffany Hayes has been named the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year award. Hayes received 38 of 67 votes from a national media panel, edging out New York’s Leonie Fiebich with 21 votes. Hayes joins the Aces a few weeks into the season six months after she had announced her retirement from the WNBA.

Aces’ quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Aces’ quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffs

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun head home with two very different feelings after the opening two games of their playoff semifinals series. We must win for our series to continue.” New York for its part, insists it hasn’t accomplished anything yet. We didn’t come to win two games at home and be satisfied, we’re a …

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty
2 months, 3 weeks ago

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty

Daily Mail  

Hammon berated her star player after a subpar performance against New York The reigning, two-time WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces have their backs against the wall following a Game 2 defeat at the hands of the New York Liberty in the semifinals of this year's playoffs. Part of the blame for the result could be placed on the shoulders of …

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu and her New York teammates downplayed being on the brink of knocking off the Aces. We didn’t come to win two games at home and be satisfied, we’re a hungry group.” Game 3 is Friday night in Las Vegas, with the two-time defending champion Aces trying to avoid being beaten by the team they beat …

Spike Lee gets into bizarre trash-talking altercation with WNBA star Kelsey Plum at Aces-Liberty playoff game
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Spike Lee gets into bizarre trash-talking altercation with WNBA star Kelsey Plum at Aces-Liberty playoff game

Daily Mail  

New York basketball superfan and film director Spike Lee has been seen on the sidelines of countless Knicks games through the years. The New York Liberty are in the midst of a best-of-five semifinal series against the Las Vegas Aces - who boast superstars like league MVP A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum. New York basketball superfan Spike Lee was seen …

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4.5; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty face the Las Vegas Aces. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots than the 7.7 per game Las Vegas allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Liberty: 8-2, …

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals

Associated Press  

New York Liberty defeated Las Vegas Aces 87-77 in Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals series. Stewart led the Liberty with 34 points, including eight in the first half. The Liberty dominated the first quarter and led by 10 points at halftime. They went on to win 87-77, securing their first win in the playoffs since 2019.

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: Liberty host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty host the Las Vegas Aces in game one of the WNBA playoffs semifinals. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots …

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm

China Daily  

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson attempts a shot against Seattle Storm guards Victoria Vivians and Jewell Loyd during a WNBA game on Sunday in Las Vegas. Hammon, therefore, loved the fourth quarter of Game 1 of the Aces' first-round WNBA playoff series with the Seattle Storm, when Las Vegas allowed just two points, both on free throws, and rallied …

Las Vegas takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Seattle
3 months ago

Las Vegas takes 1-0 lead into game 2 against Seattle

Associated Press  

Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Las Vegas; Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT WNBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Aces lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Las Vegas Aces host the Seattle Storm in the first round of the WNBA playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. Seattle averages 6.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.6 fewer made shots on average …

A’ja Wilson scores 21 after snagging third MVP award, helps Aces beat Storm 78-67 in playoff opener
3 months ago

A’ja Wilson scores 21 after snagging third MVP award, helps Aces beat Storm 78-67 in playoff opener

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 21 points and blocked five shots after earning her record-tying third MVP award earlier Sunday, and the two-time defending-champion Las Vegas Aces held the Seattle Storm to a pair of free throws in the fourth quarter in pulling away for a 78-67 victory in Game 1 of the best-of-three series. Kelsey Plum missed her …

A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark are unanimous choices for WNBA AP Player and Rookie of the Year
3 months ago

A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark are unanimous choices for WNBA AP Player and Rookie of the Year

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Wilson became the first player …

Wilson scores 21, sets rebounding mark and Las Vegas Aces defeat Seattle Storm 85-72
3 months ago

Wilson scores 21, sets rebounding mark and Las Vegas Aces defeat Seattle Storm 85-72

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — A’ja Wilson scored 21 points and set the WNBA record for most rebounds in a season as the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Seattle Storm 85-72 on Tuesday night. The loss locks Seattle into the fifth playoff spot where it is likely to play Las Vegas in the first round. Jackie Young had 16 points and six assists …

WNBA playoff picture starting to come into focus as Liberty clinch top seed and Minnesota second
3 months ago

WNBA playoff picture starting to come into focus as Liberty clinch top seed and Minnesota second

Associated Press  

More than half of the WNBA playoff seeds are set with the New York Liberty clinching the No. The Liberty topped the Washington Mystics to earn homecourt throughout the playoffs for only the second time in franchise history. The Sun are currently in third with a one-game lead over Las Vegas, which assured itself no worse than the four seed …

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson became the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a season when she finished with 29 in the Las Vegas Aces’ 84-71 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Young’s pull-up jumper midway through the period made it 58-47 and Las Vegas led by double figures the rest of the way. Wilson was dominant …

Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson Scripts WNBA History; Breaks Single-Season Scoring Record
3 months, 1 week ago

Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson Scripts WNBA History; Breaks Single-Season Scoring Record

News 18  

A’ja Wilson broke the WNBA single season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces’ game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. The Aces’ two-time league MVP came into the game averaging 27.3 points and 11.9 rebounds. I’m never going to stop shooting, but the group that we have in this locker room is something …

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson became the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader and finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Indiana Fever 86-75 on Wednesday night for their 14th straight win in the series. After Indiana got within 72-66, Wilson scored eight straight Las Vegas points in a two-minute span for an 80-71 lead …

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever

Daily Mail  

Caitlin Clark took a nasty blow to the face after a collision with Jackie Young during the Indiana Fever's 86-75 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday night. The reigning WNBA Finals MVP broke the single-season scoring record with her 940th and 941st points on a jumper right before halftime. #WNBA #FeverRising pic.twitter.com/GdziNP72k7 — Ashwin September 12, 2024 A'ja …

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone
3 months, 1 week ago

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone

NPR  

A'ja Wilson breaks the WNBA's single-season scoring record and eyes another milestone toggle caption Darron Cummings/AP INDIANAPOLIS — A'ja Wilson broke the WNBA single-season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces' game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. Wilson hit a jumper from the free throw line with 26.4 seconds left in the second …

Aces star A’ja Wilson breaks WNBA single season scoring record as Aces beat Fever
3 months, 1 week ago

Aces star A’ja Wilson breaks WNBA single season scoring record as Aces beat Fever

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson broke the WNBA single season scoring record just before the first half of the Las Vegas Aces’ game against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night. I’m never going to stop shooting, but the group that we have in this locker room is something that I’m truly so happy to be around.” Wilson needed just 35 games …

WNBA playoff picture still jumbled as Chicago, Atlanta, Washington vying for 8th seed
3 months, 1 week ago

WNBA playoff picture still jumbled as Chicago, Atlanta, Washington vying for 8th seed

Associated Press  

The WNBA playoff picture is still jumbled with the final postseason spot coming down to three teams — Chicago, Atlanta and Washington. AP WNBA poll New York remains in the top spot in this week’s AP WNBA power poll with Minnesota right behind them. Caitlin corner Clark had another strong week, averaging 25 points, 10 assists and 7.7 rebounds to …

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game
3 months, 1 week ago

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever plays the Las Vegas Aces after Aliyah Boston scored 30 points in the Indiana Fever’s 104-100 overtime win over the Atlanta Dream. Las Vegas averages 9.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.1 more makes per game than Indiana allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Fever: 8-2, …

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The New York Liberty have been saying all season long that they are a new team this year. Whether A’ja is on the court or not, they’re trying to win.” Las Vegas almost stunned New York. Neither team scored until Ionescu hit a pull-up jumper with 43.6 seconds left that gave New York a 72-71 advantage. “It …

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019
3 months, 2 weeks ago

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019

Daily Mail  

Brooklyn's Barclays Center was nearly filled to the brim as reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart led the New York Liberty in completing the season series sweep, 3-0, over the Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of last year's WNBA Finals. Although Aces star and reigning WNBA Finals MVP A'ja Wilson missed her first game since 2019 with an ankle injury, …

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 30 points and had 14 rebounds, Chelsea Gray added 13 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat Chicago 90-71 on Tuesday night, handing the Sky their seventh straight loss. Wilson’s eighth game this season with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds helped Las Vegas stay a game up on Seattle …

New York visits Seattle after Stewart’s 32-point performance
3 months, 3 weeks ago

New York visits Seattle after Stewart’s 32-point performance

Associated Press  

New York Liberty at Seattle Storm Seattle; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: New York Liberty visits the Seattle Storm after Breanna Stewart scored 32 points in the Liberty’s 94-88 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 3.2 more made shots on average than the 6.9 per game Seattle allows. LAST …

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak

LA Times  

It’s been a rough season for the Sparks, and they found themselves in another dogfight on Wednesday, this time against the New York Liberty, the team with the best record in the WNBA. So for us to step back up, especially after the disappointment from Dallas, it just says so much about this team’s character.” Every time Liberty stars Sabrina …

After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces
4 months ago

After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces

LA Times  

The Sparks’ Crystal Dangerfield pulls up for a jumper against the Aces on Sunday in Las Vegas. A’ja Wilson scored 34 points and grabbed 13 rebounds — her WNBA-record 17th game this season with 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds — to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Sparks 87-71 on Sunday. Kelsey Plum made four three-pointers and finished with …

Sports betting roundup: Bettors favoring Angel Reese over Caitlin Clark in WNBA rookie of year race
5 months ago

Sports betting roundup: Bettors favoring Angel Reese over Caitlin Clark in WNBA rookie of year race

Associated Press  

The WNBA season has reached the All-Star break, which makes it a good time to look at the season as a whole and how the championship odds and individual player awards have changed since the start. WNBA Championship Odds Despite being fifth in the standings, the Las Vegas Aces have the best odds to win the WNBA title at the …

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end
5 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Sabrina Ionescu scored 28 points for New York and the Liberty snapped Angel Reese’s WNBA-record double-double streak at 15 games as they beat the Chicago Sky 81-67 on Saturday. Jonquel Jones added 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists for New York, which has won three games in row, including a 91-76 win over the Sky on Thursday. …

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak
5 months, 1 week ago

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 21 points and Jonquel Jones added 18 points and 13 rebounds to help the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 91-76 on Thursday night. AP AUDIO: Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak The Liberty shake off a sluggish first have to beat the …

A’ja Wilson drops 28 to become Las Vegas Aces’ all-time leading scorer in victory over Dallas Wings
5 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson drops 28 to become Las Vegas Aces’ all-time leading scorer in victory over Dallas Wings

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 28 points and became the franchise’s all-time leading scorer Sunday as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Dallas Wings 104-85. We’re going to keep passing it and planting the seeds for the next generation.” Kelsey Plum added 23 points, Jackie Young scored 18 and Chelsea Gray 12 for the Aces. Wilson and Plum had …

New York Liberty improve to 4-0 for first time in 17 years with 74-63 win over Seattle Storm
7 months ago

New York Liberty improve to 4-0 for first time in 17 years with 74-63 win over Seattle Storm

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points and the New York Liberty beat the Seattle Storm 74-63 on Monday night, improving to 4-0 for the first time in 17 years. New York led 50-40 midway through the second quarter before scoring the next seven points, including five by Ionescu, to extend the advantage to 17. New York ran out …

Wilson’s double-double leads 2-time champion Aces past Mercury 89-80 in season opener
7 months, 1 week ago

Wilson’s double-double leads 2-time champion Aces past Mercury 89-80 in season opener

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson had 30 points and 13 rebounds, and the two-time champion Las Vegas Aces opened their season Tuesday night by holding off a late rally and beating the Phoenix Mercury 89-80. Then at the game’s first timeout, the announced sellout crowd of 10,419 was encouraged to sing along with “We are the Champions.” That’s the largest-ever …

Aces honored with rings, 2nd championship banner as quest to three-peat starts versus Mercury
7 months, 1 week ago

Aces honored with rings, 2nd championship banner as quest to three-peat starts versus Mercury

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Aces received their championship rings and then unveiled and raised their WNBA banner, lifting it into place on Tuesday night alongside their first title banner won two seasons ago. “Not only are we back, we’re back-to-back world champions.” He concluded by saying, “All I can say is let’s three-peat.” Las Vegas brings its roster …

Five storylines for WNBA’s 28th season: From Caitlin Clark to Aces’ three-peat bid
7 months, 1 week ago

Five storylines for WNBA’s 28th season: From Caitlin Clark to Aces’ three-peat bid

LA Times  

There are plenty of storylines for the 2024 WNBA season, from the arrival of Caitlin Clark to the two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces’ bid for a three-peat. Fever pitch Clark, college basketball’s all-time leading scorer, decided to forgo her final season of eligibility to enter the WNBA draft and was selected by Indiana with the top pick, setting off …

A’ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and ‘resilient’ Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a row
7 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and ‘resilient’ Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a row

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — The two-time defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces are flush with an array of accomplished pros, all with seemingly a singular focus while fans are buzzing about the arrival of Caitlin Clark. They became the first team since the Los Angeles Sparks in 2001-02 to win consecutive titles when they beat the New York Liberty in four …

Las Vegas Aces make WNBA history as first team to sell out season tickets
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Las Vegas Aces make WNBA history as first team to sell out season tickets

NPR  

Las Vegas Aces make WNBA history as first team to sell out season tickets Enlarge this image toggle caption Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Maddie Meyer/Getty Images If you go to the website for the Las Vegas Aces, you'll see incredible videos of professional women's basketball stars scoring, storming through the stadium and striking epic poses. "The back-to-back WNBA Champion Las Vegas …

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