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Becky Hammon said, “No.” Maybe the Aces’ parallel is in Atlanta - not Indianapolis
Becky Hammon dismissed comparisons between Indiana and the Las Vegas Aces with one word: "No." But perhaps everyone was looking at the wrong team. With Angel Reese emerging as a dominant force alongside Atlanta's established veterans, the Dream are showing intriguing similarities to the early Aces teams built around A'ja Wilson. Could another WNBA dynasty be taking shape?
Built to Last: Wilson, Gray and Young Remain Heart of Aces’ Dynasty
Three championships. Four years. One constant: A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young. Different supporting casts, same championship core. Fueled by trust, pressure and greatness, the Aces’ Big Three aren’t done building their legacy.
Free throw attempts and personal foul averages are up, despite outcry for better officiating in WNBA
Free-throw attempts and personal foul averages are up this season, despite an outcry for better officiating in the WNBA.
Mental Health narrative in WNBA must start at the top
Front office staff are taking mental health seriously for their WNBA organizations, as the narrative continues to be at the league’s forefront.
Bell playing most important pro season with heavy heart
Las Vegas Aces reserve Kierstan Bell entered the fourth and most important campaign of her WNBA career with a heavy heart after losing her father, Perry, who passed away in January.
Crystal Bradford focused on second chance in WNBA, while adding depth to Aces
With just 39 games of WNBA experience, 31-year-old Crystal Bradford is elated for a second chance and is ready to resurrect her career while adding depth to a talented Las Vegas Aces team that is looking for its third title in four years.
Player Capsules: Meet the 2025 Las Vegas Aces
The Las Vegas Aces are set to open the 2025 campaign May 17 at the defending champion New York Liberty. The Aces and Liberty have won the last three WNBA titles. Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon said her team is beyond hungry, it’s starving, to win another title.
Kelly one of many talented players awaiting WNBA call after being waived
Deja Kelly joined the Las Vegas Aces on a training camp contract and turned in an impressive 20 minutes in her two preseason appearances, registering 24 points, three turnovers and three assists. The Oregon-product was waived on May 12.
Aces know gem they have in new teammate Jewell Loyd
Jewell Loyd was once a tennis prodigy who was invited to attend IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. But she wanted to pursue a career that involved a team aspect, with bonding and camaraderie. Now, after spending 10 years in Seattle, the 11-year veteran joins the Las Vegas Aces for the next chapter in her career.
Healthy Chelsea Gray opens training camp ready to help guide driven Aces
Veteran point guard Chelsea Gray, fresh off a championship at Unrivaled, is feeling healthy and revived to start her 12th season in the WNBA, and fifth with the Las Vegas Aces.
Elizabeth Kitley used lost season as opportunity to learn from Aces standouts
After missing what would have been her rookie season due to a torn ACL she suffered near the end of her college career, 2024 draft pick Elizabeth Kitley is ready to embark on her first official season with the Las Vegas Aces.
New Aces assistant Ty Ellis says right environment has him embracing new role
Las Vegas assistant coach Ty Ellis has embraced Southern Nevada as his new home, and looks forward to a long stay with his wife Ericka and son Tyler.
Jewell Loyd ready for challenge that comes with playing for Las Vegas Aces
Jewell Loyd said she’s been smiling every since learning she’d be playing for the Las Vegas Aces after being acquired as part of a three-team trade also involving Kelsey Plum, who is now with the Los Angeles Sparks,.
Hayes’ revival of passion adds quality depth to Aces for home stretch of season
WNBA veteran Tiffany Hayes announced her retirement in December. But when the Las Vegas Aces hit her line in May, she answered the call, and they’re glad she did.
‘Psychological Flexibility’ has Aces guard aplomb
Las Vegas guard Kelsey Plum recently learned the term “psychological flexibility” and applied it to her game, finding new ways to appreciate her contributions while helping the Aces find ways to win.
If the WNBA is Public Enemy No. 1, then Bring the Noise ladies
Just 2-1/2 weeks into the season, and there are plenty of narratives in and around the WNBA. Some are pretty damn good, others are extremely bad. Haters gon’ hate, as they say. But it hasn't taken long for WNBA’s veterans and coaches to defend their sisterhood, taking offense to storylines being created at every turn, the most popular ones surrounding Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark.
NOTES: VanDerveer’s impact carries into WNBA
Of the 12 teams in the WNBA, Stanford is represented on six of the teams, with seven active players who played under former coach Tara VanDerveer, the all-time winningest basketball coach for both men and women.
Martin’s block heard ‘round Las Vegas highlights debut
Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin made her WNBA debut on Saturday, May 18, and it was a performance that might be remembered for the block heard round Las Vegas.
A’One since Day One… A’ja Wilson’s been that
Delayed, but not denied. It's been A'ja Wilson's mantra for a while now, assuring her adoring fans her time was coming. The Nike shoe deal was only a matter of time, the face of the WNBA kept inferring. Before Wilson's May 11 homecoming in Columbia, South Carolina, where the Las Vegas Aces dominated Puerto Rico 102-50 in front of 13,507 fans, the delay was over.
WHO RUN THE WORLD? GIRLS!
In what’s long been a male-dominated arena, professional sports have enjoyed record numbers in viewership for women athletes in 2023. From soccer, to tennis, to basketball, to combat sports, professional women athletes are now sharing a much-earned spotlight.
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