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Jackie Young scored 24 points, five teammates scored in double figures and the Las Vegas Aces had a season-high point total in a 106-80 victory against the Dallas Wings on Sunday afternoon in Arlington.

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / July 27

Aces look to rebound against Dallas

The Las Vegas Aces are 12-13 on the season and look to rebound on Sunday against the Dallas Wings. The game is set for 1pm PT tip-off and will be televised on ESPN3 and locally on Vegas 34.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / July 8

'A Very Fast Learner': A’ja Wilson Gives High Praise To NaLyssa Smith Addition As Aces Aim To Reclaim Lost Glory

The Las Vegas Aces are beginning to look like themselves again. With the addition of NaLyssa Smith, reigning MVP A’Ja Wilson is leading a roster that suddenly has fresh legs and a renewed sense of urgency.

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WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 3

DiJonai Carrington Reveals Emotional Reaction to NaLyssa Smith Trade to Aces

On June 30, news broke that forward NaLyssa Smith had been traded to the Las Vegas Aces from the Dallas Wings in exchange for the Aces' 2027 first-round WNBA Draft pick.

Dallas Wings News / Mavs Moneyball / July 3

What trading NaLyssa Smith means for the Dallas Wings

The move was excellent process, and Dallas shouldn’t stop there On Monday, the Dallas Wings shocked the WNBA world by trading forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces for a 2027 first-round draft pick.

Dallas Wings News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Dallas Wings Make Roster Move After Latest Trade News

The Dallas Wings will face the Phoenix Mercury in their 19th game of the season on Thursday at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. As Dallas prepares for their upcoming game, the team announced on Wednesday that they signed rookie forward Liatu King to a rest-of-season contract.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 1

'You Can Feel an Energy': Dallas Wings Reshape Frontcourt and Identity After NaLyssa Smith Trade

The Dallas Wings are entering the second half of the WNBA season with renewed clarity and cohesion after trading forward NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick.

Dallas Wings News / Mavs Moneyball / July 1

Wings Things: Bueckers is an All-Star starter and NaLyssa Smith is gone

It’s been a busy last few days for the Dallas Wings as Hayley Jones was released, NaLyssa Smith was traded to the Las Vegas Aces and Paige Bueckers was named a WNBA All-Star starter.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / June 30

Aces Make Another Roster Move Monday Afternoon

It was a busy Monday afternoon for the Las Vegas Aces. After announcing acquiring NaLyssa Smith from the Dallas Wings and waiving Tiffany Mitchell, the Aces announced that they were waiving center Liz Kitley.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / June 30

Aces Waive Tiffany Mitchell

On Monday afternoon, the Las Vegas Aces announced that they waived Tiffany Mitchell. The roster move came as the Aces made the trade to acquire NaLyssa Smith from the Dallas Wings.

Las Vegas Aces News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / June 30

Virginia Tech Basketball: Liz Kitley Waived By Las Vegas Aces

Former Virginia Tech star center Liz Kitley was waived today as a part of the Las Vegas Aces trade for forward NaLyssa Smith, a 6-4 forward who 2022 WNBA All-Rookie selection.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / June 30

Aces add former second overall pick to beef up frontcourt

In the midst of a season that is starting out somewhat below expectations, the Las Vegas Aces have added a new face to their frontcourt. On Monday, the Aces completed a trade with the Dallas Wings that sees forward NaLyssa Smith head to Las Vegas in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick.

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WNBA News / Burn City Sports / June 30

Dallas Wings shake up roster ahead of Phoenix Mercury matchup

DALLAS — The Dallas Wings made a major roster move ahead of their July 3 matchup against the Phoenix Mercury. The Wings announced Monday morning that they have traded NaLyssa Smith to the Las Vegas Aces in exchange for a first-round pick in the 2027 WNBA Draft.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former No. 2 Overall Pick Gets Honest on Indiana Fever Trade

The Indiana Fever made a lot of moves during the offseason to try to build the best roster around Caitlin Clark. Things haven't worked out perfectly for them thus far — they are currently 8-8 on the season — but there's no denying that this team has a lot of potential. The arrival of new players also meant that a number of others had to leave.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / June 1

'We’re Right There': Dallas Wings Fall Short vs. Chicago Sky Despite NaLyssa Smith’s Season High, Sellout Crowd

The crowd inside College Park Center hasn’t given up on the Dallas Wings. Saturday night marked a third consecutive sellout, but the result was all too familiar: a tight game, another fourth-quarter letdown, and a 94–83 loss to the Chicago Sky.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / May 31

Angel Reese, NaLyssa Smith Receive Technical Fouls After Spirited Exchange

The Chicago Sky won their second consecutive game on May 31, as they defeated the Dallas Wings (who they also beat just two days ago) by a score of 94-83.

Dallas Wings News / Hardwood Heroics / May 25

'No Need to Panic': NaLyssa Smith Drops Encouraging Message After Wings Lose to Dream, Fall to 0-4

The Dallas Wings remain winless to start the season but continue to show signs of internal belief. Despite falling 83–75 to the Atlanta Dream on Saturday at Gateway Center Arena, the Wings mounted their most substantial late-game rally of the year, cutting a 20-point deficit down to five before Atlanta closed it out.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / May 19

'Defense Will Shape Our Offense': Tyasha Harris, NaLyssa Smith Detail Dallas Wings’ Matchup Against Seattle Storm

The Dallas Wings are aiming to bounce back from a disappointing 99–84 loss to the Minnesota Lynx in Friday’s season opener. Despite a second consecutive sellout crowd at College Park Center, the Wings struggled to contain Napheesa Collier (34 points) and went from a tie at halftim to being outscored 35-20 in the third quarter.

Dallas Wings News / Yardbarker / February 4

Most impactful offseason moves: Clark poised for big second act

Most impactful WNBA offseason moves: Caitlin Clark poised for big second act with Fever additions

This 2025 WNBA offseason has been arguably the wildest in league history. With things calming down after a flurry of transactions, here are the five most impactful moves.

Veteran Aces guard joins the Fever

'Better save up': Clark jokes about Fever's exhibition game in May

Valkyries' Kate Martin posts nine-word message for Clark on Monday

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Aces superstar A'ja Wilson set to debut first signature Nike shoe

WNBA News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / October 4

WNBA's DiJonai Carrington swoons over GF NaLyssa Smith's new hairstyle

Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington is having an incredible season. Carrington, who helped lead the Sun to the semifinals of the WNBA Playoffs and won the league's Most Improved Player award, has earned the label of one of the league's top perimeter defenders and she has consistently came through in the clutch.

Indiana Fever News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 26

NaLyssa Smith adorably celebrates DiJonai Carrington's WNBA MIP award

WNBA power couple NaLyssa Smith and DiJonai Carrington have captured the hearts of social media. After some speculation that Smith and Carrington got engaged

Indiana Fever News / The Athlete Lifestyle on SI / September 19

Did WNBA power couple DiJonai Carrington, NaLyssa Smith get engaged?

The final day of the WNBA regular season is here and there are plenty of storylines. There is the battle for the final playoff spot, but also Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington and Indiana Fever forward NaLyssa Smith sending fans into a frenzy.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2024

WNBA All-Star Game voter turnout hits historic mark

Caitlin Clark effect leads to historic voter turnout for WNBA All-Star Game

The WNBA revealed a historic turnout in the first round of voting for this year's All-Star Game, proving once again that the Cailtin Clark effect is real.

Clark vs. Angel Reese rematch most expensive WNBA game on record

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NaLyssa Smith leads balanced attack as Fever top Dream

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Indiana Fever News / Field Level Media / June 21, 2024

NaLyssa Smith leads balanced attack as Fever top Dream

NaLyssa Smith scored a team-high 21 points, helping lead the visiting Indiana Fever to a 91-79 win over the Atlanta Dream on Friday. Smith shot 10-for-17 from the field and added nine rebounds for Indiana (7-10), which won its fourth straight game.