Aces Capture Crucial Road Wins Amid Injury Challenges
The Las Vegas Aces have turned a testing stretch into a pair of road victories, defeating both the Golden State Valkyries and the Los Angeles Sparks despite a roster depleted by injury.
Coach Becky Hammon did not shy away from voicing her frustration with the officiating, pointing to a stark contrast in foul calls and free‑throw attempts that left key contributors on the bench.
A'ja Wilson, normally a dominant force in the paint, was shifted to the three‑spot and still managed 25 points and 15 rebounds, while Jackie Young erupted for a season‑high 23 points, raising his average to 12.2 per game.
The free‑throw discrepancy was especially glaring against the Sparks, where the Aces shot just 16 compared with 27 for their opponents, a gap that Hammon says limited the team’s rhythm.
Milestone Moment for Chelsea Gray
Veteran guard Chelsea Gray cemented her place in WNBA history by becoming the fourth player to reach 4,500 points, 1,000 rebounds, 1,500 assists and 100 blocks, finishing the game with 12 points, four rebounds, 11 assists and two steals.
With the momentum building, the Aces are set to host their next home game and the second leg of the Commissioner’s Cup against the Golden State Valkyries on June 6, a matchup that could further shape their playoff outlook.