The Aces scored only 17 points in the second half and were crushed 99-61 by the New York Liberty, the team’s largest margin of defeat since it moved to Las Vegas.
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Kelsey Plum was out with an illness Wednesday, and the Aces struggled before pulling out a win against the Dallas Wings. Plum is questionable for Friday’s rematch.
Aces forward A’ja Wilson had 23 points and 10 rebounds in a road win over the Connecticut Sun, who cut a 17-point deficit to three in the fourth quarter before losing.
Chelsea Gray had 31 points and 10 assists, and the Aces overcame a 42-point performance from Breanna Stewart and ended the legendary career of Sue Bird on Tuesday night.
Brittney Griner’s imprisonment hits close to home for Aces coach Becky Hammon. The Aces coach played in Russia professionally and represented the country at the Olympics.
The Aces could only watch helplessly as New York Liberty star guard Sabrina Ionescu hit seven 3-pointers and had 31 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists Wednesday night.
Former Centennial High School star Sam Thomas went undrafted after playing at Arizona, but made the Phoenix Mercury’s opening day roster as a free agent.
A quick start and a productive night for Dearica Hamby helped the Aces give coach Becky Hammon her first win
Australian center Liz Cambage played for the Aces in 2019 and 2021, averaging 14.2 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.6 blocks. She was named to the WNBA All-Star team both seasons..
Chelsea Gray scored a game-high 22 points for the Aces, who embarked on a 24-0 run in the third quarter to seize control in the 93-76 victory.