The Las Vegas Aces have officially cemented their status as the WNBA’s new dynasty. Led by a spectacular performance from four-time MVP A’ja Wilson The Aces defeated the Phoenix Mercury 97-86 on Friday night to complete a commanding four-game sweep of the WNBA Finals.
This victory secures the franchise’s third WNBA championship in four seasons (2022, 2023, 2025), a feat only matched once before in league history by the legendary Houston Comets. The Aces’ dominant run in the first-ever best-of-seven Finals series solidifies their reign at the top of women’s professional basketball.
Wilson Dominance Powers Aces to Victory
In the championship-clinching Game 4, A’ja Wilson was a force of nature. She delivered a 31-point, 9-rebound performance. Her ability to command the interior and repeatedly get to the free-throw line (17-of-19) proved too much for the Mercury to handle.
“You have your Mount Rushmore, she’s alone on Everest,” said Aces coach Becky Hammon, praising her superstar. “There’s no one around.”
Wilson’s supporting cast provided the perfect balance to the offensive onslaught. Guards Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young each poured in 18 points, with Gray hitting crucial three-pointers in the fourth quarter to stifle a last-gasp Phoenix rally.
Finals Sweep Caps a Resilient Season
While the Finals ended in a sweep, the Aces’ journey to their third title was marked by resilience. The team endured a mid-season slump and an historic 53-point loss to the Minnesota Lynx in August. This adversity, however, galvanized the squad, leading to a massive turnaround that culminated in their playoff dominance.
“We really had to learn how to believe in one another,” Wilson said, reflecting on the challenging season.
The Aces averaged over 90 points per game in the Finals, with their potent offense proving unstoppable. Even a valiant effort from Phoenix’s Kahleah Copper, who led the Mercury with 30 points in Game 4, and an incredible triple-double from an injured Alyssa Thomas (17 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists) were not enough to overcome the Las Vegas powerhouse.
WNBA Finals Series Scores (Aces win 4-0):
* Game 1: Las Vegas 89, Phoenix 86
* Game 2: Las Vegas 91, Phoenix 78
* Game 3: Las Vegas 90, Phoenix 88 (Wilson game-winner with 0.3 seconds left)
* Game 4: Las Vegas 97, Phoenix 86
The Las Vegas Aces dynasty is now in full swing. It sets a new standard for excellence in the WNBA and gives the city of Las Vegas another championship to celebrate. Basketball fans are already looking ahead to the next season to see who can challenge the undisputed champions of the league.
Key Takeaways for Fans:
* WNBA History: The Aces are only the third franchise to win three titles in a four-year span.
* Star Power: Highlighted the MVP performance of A’ja Wilson and the contributions of Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young.
* Series Result: The four-game sweep was the first in the WNBA Finals since 2020.
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