Las Vegas Aces: Dynasty Solidified! 3rd WNBA Title in 4 Years

Las Vegas Aces Conquer Their Third WNBA Championship in Four Years

The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Phoenix Mercury with a score of 97-86 in an outstanding performance on Friday night, securing their third WNBA championship in the last four years. This triumph solidifies their position as the reigning dynasty in the league. The Aces completed a four-game sweep against the Mercury in the WNBA Finals, the first in league history in a best-of-seven format. Aces superstar and four-time league MVP A’ja Wilson led the way in Game 4, finishing with 31 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 blocks, earning her the Finals MVP award. Wilson averaged 28.5 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 2 blocks in the Finals.

She is alone on Everest. There is no one around.

Becky Hammon, coach of the Aces

Wilson celebrated the victory with a personal touch, bringing a pink tambourine to the post-game press conference, adding humor and emphasis to his answers.

This is the symbol of the joy we have at this moment. And I am grateful.

A’ja Wilson, Aces player

Coach Becky Hammon, who played in the WNBA from 1999 to 2014, considers the Aces one of the greatest franchises in the league. The evolution of the game… these players are bigger, stronger, faster, and more skilled. The Aces’ season was full of challenges. After a 53-point loss, the team achieved a 16-game winning streak to secure the second seed in the playoffs. They overcame difficult series in the first rounds and semifinals before dominating the Finals.

I love being their coach. I love being their friend. Sometimes I push them until they don’t like it a little, but I am invested in their greatness.

Becky Hammon, Aces coach

In the first two and a half months of the season, the Aces failed to come together. However, they managed to overcome adversity, demonstrating confidence and determination.

We had confidence in ourselves. I am very proud of how we stayed the course and trusted the process the whole time.

Chelsea Gray, Aces guard

The Aces recovered from a difficult start to achieve a dominant run in the first best-of-seven WNBA Finals in league history. “This one is different because it was different,” said coach Becky Hammon.

While the Aces struggled to find their rhythm, the Minnesota Lynx led the league for much of the season. However, the Mercury entered the Finals with great momentum, but the Aces neutralized it. Las Vegas secured a close victory in Game 1, won comfortably in Game 2, and took Game 3 thanks to a game-winning shot by Wilson in the last second. Phoenix coach Nate Tibbetts was ejected in the third quarter, allowing the Aces to take control. Despite the Mercury’s efforts, the Aces maintained their lead and celebrated their third title. Gray and Jackie Young each scored 18 points and combined for 12 assists, while Jewell Loyd and Dana Evans contributed 22 points off the bench.

I ended up in the promised land.

Jewell Loyd, Aces player

The Aces, with Wilson and Young, both former No. 1 draft picks, at their best, have the potential to join the group of teams with four WNBA titles. However, the team’s future depends on free agency and negotiations over the collective bargaining agreement. The off-court issues in the league generated boos towards commissioner Cathy Engelbert during the trophy presentation. Gray commented on the situation, highlighting the importance of treating the players well. Free agency and the WNBA’s labor issues will be resolved in the coming months. In the meantime, the Aces can reflect on the achievements of this season.

Good things happen to the right people. And that’s what you see in [our] locker room today.

A’ja Wilson, Aces player