In a nail-biting showdown, the Las Vegas Aces clinched their fourth consecutive win, defeating the Connecticut Sun 72-67.
This victory wasn’t just another notch in their belt – it was a testament to the Aces’ resilience and the star power of Kelsey Plum and A’ja Wilson.
Aces vs Sun Stats
Aces
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | PF |
| Starters | ||||
| K. Plum | 27 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| A. Wilson | 20 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| C. Gray | 13 | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| J. Young | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| M. Gustafson | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Bench | ||||
| T. Hayes | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| A. Clark | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| S. Colson | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| K. Martin | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| K. Stokes | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 72 | 33 | 17 | 16 |
Sun
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | PF |
| Starters | ||||
| B. Jones | 17 | 6 | 1 | 2 |
| D. Bonner | 11 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| D. Carrington | 8 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| A. Thomas | 7 | 10 | 8 | 4 |
| T. Harris | 7 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Bench | ||||
| M. Mabrey | 15 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| V. Burton | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| O. Nelson-Ododa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 67 | 33 | 16 | 19 |
About The Two Halves
The game was a rollercoaster ride from start to finish. The Sun came out strong, dominating the first half and building a comfortable 38-26 lead by halftime.
But as we’ve seen repeatedly, no lead is safe when you’re up against the Aces.
The Plum-Wilson Show
Kelsey Plum was on fire, racking up an impressive 27 points. She sank 8 of 15 shots, including three from beyond the arc.
Not to be outdone, A’ja Wilson contributed 20 points and 8 rebounds. Their combined efforts were crucial in turning the tide of the game.
Wilson’s performance puts her on the brink of WNBA history. She’s now just 10 points shy of setting a new single-season scoring record.
The current record stands at 939 points, set last season.
Supporting Cast Shines
While Plum and Wilson stole the show, they weren’t alone in their heroics:
- Chelsea Gray added 13 points and 6 assists
- Gray’s three 3-pointers came at critical moments
- The team’s defense tightened up significantly in the second half
Sun’s Struggle
Despite the loss, the Sun put up a brave fight:
- Brionna Jones led the team with 17 points
- Marina Mabrey contributed 15 points
- DeWanna Bonner added 11 points and 9 rebounds
However, turnovers proved costly for Connecticut. They committed 18 turnovers, with Alyssa Thomas responsible for 8 of them.
The Turning Point
The third quarter marked the beginning of the Aces’ comeback. They opened with a 12-2 run, narrowing the gap to two points.
By the end of the quarter, they had cut the Sun’s lead to a mere three points.
The final period was a back-and-forth battle. Wilson’s free throws put the Aces ahead 66-65 with just over two minutes left.
The nail in the coffin came from Chelsea Gray, who sank a clutch 3-pointer with 18 seconds remaining, securing the win for Las Vegas.
Looking Ahead
This win bolsters the Aces’ record to 22-12, while the Sun drops to 24-10. Both teams face tough matchups in their next games:
- The Aces head to New York to take on the Liberty
- The Sun travels west to face the Los Angeles Sparks
As the regular season winds down, every game counts. If this matchup is any indication, we’re in for an exciting run to the playoffs.
