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Aces secure top-three seed with sixth straight win

The Aces turned defensive pressure, transition scoring and timely 3-pointers into an 89-79 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday. Their sixth straight win secured at least the No.

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Aces win 6th straight, clinch top-3 playoff seed

The Las Vegas Aces continued their hot streak, matching their season-high with a sixth straight win by defeating the visiting Los Angeles Sparks 89-79 on Tuesday.

Becky Hammon News / HerSportsNation / September 22

Becky Hammon calls for WNBA playoff changes to boost home-court advantage

The Las Vegas Aces currently stand at No. 3 in the league and are eyeing the second seed, but does it even matter? Head coach Becky Hammon had thoughts about the WNBA’s playoff structure, and they weren’t positive.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / September 22

NaLyssa Smith finds perspective after season-ending injury

NaLyssa Smith had spent the season proving something to herself. She had found consistency, efficiency and a role that fit alongside A’ja Wilson in the Las Vegas frontcourt.

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Las Vegas Aces News / HITC / September 22

‘No advantage’: Aces coach expresses displeasure at WNBA first-round playoff format

Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon has commented on the WNBA playoff format recently and suggested that the current system means that the higher seeds have no advantage in the first round.

Las Vegas Aces News / HITC / September 22

‘I hate being used’ – WNBA star Brianna Turner takes strong stand on trans rights

Brianna Turner didn’t hold back when addressing critics using the WNBA as a political talking point. After weeks of media noise and political stunts from outside figures, the conversation around transgender athletes in the WNBA has largely quieted down.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 21

Aces chase 6th straight win against Sparks

With the WNBA playoffs on the horizon, the defending champion Las Vegas Aces have once again gotten hot at the right time and have a chance to match their season-high win streak with a sixth straight victory on Tuesday when they host the already-eliminated Los Angeles Sparks.

WNBA News / Fadeaway World / September 21

A’ja Wilson Makes WNBA History Again As Aces Star Reaches 1,000 Points For Second Time

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson remains one of the WNBA’s best. The four-time MVP and three-time champion made history, becoming the only player in WNBA history to record two 1,000-point seasons, a feat she previously accomplished in 2024.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / September 21

Wilson WNBA history leads Aces past Storm

A’ja Wilson made more WNBA history Sunday, but the milestone did not change her focus. Wilson scored 30 points in the Aces’ 98-77 win over Seattle and became the only player in league history to record multiple 1,000-point seasons.

Las Vegas Aces News / EssentiallySports / September 21

Las Vegas Aces Drops 4-Word MVP Message After A’ja Wilson Becomes First WNBA Player to Secure Multiple 1000-Point Seasons

A’ja Wilson, at 30 years of age and in her ninth season in the WNBA, has just marked another watershed moment for the WNBA with her scoring dominance. She has now become the first player in WNBA history to record multiple 1000+ points seasons.

Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / September 20

A'ja Wilson, Aces win 5th straight as Storm can't keep up

A'ja Wilson had her 12th 30-point game of the year, Jackie Young supplied 23 points and eight assists and the Las Vegas Aces pulled away from the visiting Seattle Storm 98-77 on Sunday night.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / September 19

Aces playoff seeding remains open entering final week

Las Vegas has secured its playoff spot, but a one-game cushion over Atlanta and Indiana leaves plenty unresolved as the regular season reaches its final week.

Jackie Young News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 19

Why Flau’jae Johnson credits Jackie Young in NSFW response to hot 2nd half vs. Aces

The Seattle Storm dropped their first game back from the FIBA World Cup break, 114-77, but rookie star Flau’jae Johnson made things a little bit interesting in the second half as she caught fire and gave the home crowd something to cheer about.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / September 18

Young career high keeps Aces rolling after World Cup

Jackie Young returned from Berlin with a gold medal, another championship on her résumé and almost no time to settle back in. She did not need much. Young scored a career-high 35 points Thursday as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Seattle Storm 114-77.

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Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / September 18

Jackie Young's record-tying 22-point quarter propels Aces past Storm

Jackie Young tied the WNBA record for most points in a quarter, 22, and finished with a career-high 35 as the defending champion Las Vegas Aces began their tuneup for the playoffs with a 114-77 rout of the host Seattle Storm on Thursday.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / September 18

Young career high powers Aces past Storm

Jackie Young carried her World Cup form straight back into the WNBA. Young scored a career-high 35 points, including 22 in the first quarter, as the Las Vegas Aces rolled past the Seattle Storm 114-77 on Thursday at Climate Pledge Arena.

Las Vegas Aces News / Fadeaway World / September 16

‘Habitual Liar’: Fans Rip A’ja Wilson After Aces Star Defends Team USA World Cup Absence

A’ja Wilson has finally explained why she chose not to play for Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. A vocal group of fans on social media still isn’t buying it.

Becky Hammon News / EssentiallySports / September 16

'Nobody Cares': Becky Hammon Drops Blunt Message About Aces Disadvantage Coming Off World Cup Break

Becky Hammon’s message could not have been much clearer. With the WNBA season resuming after the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, the Las Vegas Aces will be facing the genuine challenge of reintegrating several key players and rebuilding their usual rhythm in a compressed window.

Las Vegas Aces News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 15

A'ja Wilson provides injury update after missing FIBA World Cup

Team USA won gold during the 2026 FIBA World Cup, but they were missing a major piece of the team in Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson who opted out of playing this go-round.

WNBA News / Scoop B / September 15

X’s and O’s: How Becky Hammon Translated NBA Tactics to Elevate the WNBA’s Offense

LAS VEGAS — Modern basketball design is an ever-evolving ecosystem where the boundaries between leagues, genders, and tactical philosophies constantly bleed into one another.

Jackie Young News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Team USA Guard Jackie Young Earns New Nickname After Spain Game

Team USA is now headed to the FIBA World Cup final after taking down Spain in the semifinals on Saturday. Breanna Stewart led the way for the Americans in the 76-66 win, tallying 16 points, six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block.

Las Vegas Aces News / HerSportsNation / September 10

Younger Team USA stars should be starting over WNBA veterans, says ex-NCAAB player

Team USA’s mix of experienced players and young stars has become a major talking point at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The team still depends heavily on its WNBA veterans, but former college player Rachel A.

Becky Hammon News / HITC / September 10

What Becky Hammon has stopped A’ja Wilson from doing during her injury recovery

Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon gives an update on A’ja Wilson’s injury. A’ja Wilson made headlines after announcing her decision not to play for Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.

A'ja Wilson News / Yardbarker / August 28