Las Vegas Aces Celebrate Victory with Parade on the Strip
Las Vegas got dressed up to celebrate the Aces’ third championship in four years, with a triumphant parade down the famous Strip. The celebration took place eight years after the WNBA and the NBA Board of Governors confirmed the relocation of the San Antonio Stars to Las Vegas.Led by a caravan of lowrider classic cars showing off their hydraulic systems, five double-decker buses traveled down Tropicana Boulevard to Las Vegas Boulevard. The last bus carried the Aces, who threw streamers and confetti at thousands of fans who gathered from four hours before the start of the parade. The team overcame a season start with a 14-14 record and two very close playoff series before sweeping the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals. The Toshiba Plaza was packed to celebrate the fourth professional championship since 2022, with three titles for the Aces and the Stanley Cup for the NHL’s Golden Knights in 2023.We’re back!
Mark Davis, owner of the Aces
Hammon, who completed her fourth season with the Aces, commented that this year’s team was the easiest to coach.We should do it again next year.
Becky Hammon, Aces coach
After losing several key players from their previous rosters, the Aces welcomed many new faces and needed almost three months to consolidate before achieving 16 consecutive wins to end the regular season and secure the second spot in the playoffs.They came and worked hard, no matter the circumstances. This is one of the groups with the most character and resilience.
Becky Hammon, Aces coach
A’ja Wilson, visibly emotional when talking about Hammon’s dedication to each player, added: “She believed in us when no one else did. We wouldn’t be here without Becky Hammon.” NaLyssa Smith, who joined the team mid-season, looked at her teammates and said: “You changed my life.” Jackie Young, part of the team in the three championships, was concise: “Just so you know, we’re not done yet.” The celebration culminated with confetti and fireworks, while Queen’s “We Are The Champions” played. Live musical performances by Crime Mob, Ludacris, and Mya enlivened the celebration.This is a special group, we pray together and celebrate with champagne.
A’ja Wilson, four-time MVP
Now yes, this is a parade.
Jewell Loyd, three-time WNBA champion
