Some of the best moments from Aces 2025 season – PHOTOS
There’s something magical about seeing hair flying during plays, the rhythm of sneakers on the hardwood, and the energy of a league of women who know exactly who they are — and aren’t afraid to show it.
Aces center A'ja Wilson prays during warm ups for a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and Minnesota Lynx at T-Mobile Arena Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
There has always been something deeply personal for me about covering the WNBA. It is, of course, a large part of what drew me to Las Vegas as a photographer.
There is something so magical about seeing hair flying during plays, the rhythm of sneakers on the hardwood and the energy of a league of women who know exactly who they are —and aren’t afraid to show it. Photographing the WNBA means expecting a lot of physicality, big emotions and fast action. For many, myself included, this season was a roller coaster. I learned so much about grit from this Aces team.
I was there for nearly every home game — from the 53-point loss to the Lynx to the Game 5 win over the Fever to clinch a spot in the championship finals. It’s hard to choose a favorite photo when they all become so personal to you and tie in with the season, but these are some of the moments that stood out to me the most.
Las Vegas Aces guard Tiffany Mitchell (3) tries to keep away from Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale (24) during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and Dallas Wings at Michelob ULTRA Arena Friday, June 13, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Aces forward Kierstan Bell (1) holds onto New York Liberty center Emma Meesseman (33) as she signal to a referee to call a foul during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and New York Liberty at Michelob ULTRA Arena Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
Aces guard Jewell Loyd during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and Washington Mystics at the Michelob ULTRA Arena Friday, May 23, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) celebrates as Seattle Storm guard Brittney Sykes (20) reacts to a call by a referee that turned the ball over to the Aces during Game 3 of a first round WNBA playoff basketball game between the Aces and Seattle Storm Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
The Aces celebrate Aces guard Jackie Young drawing a foul during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and New York Liberty at Michelob ULTRA Arena Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) grabs the ball for a rebound during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and New York Liberty at Michelob ULTRA Arena Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
Aces guard Jackie Young (0) celebrates winning Game 5 of a WNBA semifinals series between the Aces and Indiana Fever at Michelob ULTRA Arena Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
The Aces defense sandwich Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) during a WNBA basketball game between the Aces and Indiana Fever at T-Mobile Arena on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Las Vegas. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) reacts after making a shot during the final seconds of Game 3 of a WNBA finals match up between the Aces and Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Phoenix. (Madeline Carter/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @madelinepcarter
The Aces have entered the debate as the best dynasty in WNBA history with their third title in four years, but the other franchises don’t hold up under scrutiny.
In eight seasons with A’ja Wilson as the face of the franchise, the Aces have secured attendance and ticket sales records to pair with three WNBA championships.
The Aces know they wouldn’t be celebrating their third WNBA title in four years and having another parade on the Strip if not for versatile guard Jackie Young.
Almost two million viewers tuned in to watch Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals between the Aces and Phoenix Mercury, according to a post on ESPN PR’s X page.
Aces guard Jewell Loyd tattooed a reminder on her neck that she can overcome adversity. The resiliency has her one win away from another WNBA championship.
