Aces rebound from loss, beat Wings, 104-84

Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young (0) drives against Dallas Wings’ Crystal Dangerfield during the first half of a WNBA basketball game Tuesday, August 8, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

By Shawn McCullough

After just their third loss of the season on Sunday, the Aces rebounded with a blowout win over the Wings in Dallas, 104-84.

“The focus and energy was there in a bounce back game for us,” said head coach Becky Hammon. “Not surprised at the way that they came out tonight.  They came out and took care of business.”

A’ja Wilson dominated with 28 points and 14 rebounds, her 71st career double-double.

“She was just really, really focused on both ends,” said Hammon.

Guard Kelsey Plum scored 20 points including four three pointers, while Jackie Young added 18.

“Just getting defensive stops and getting easy buckets in transition,” said Young about the win.

“This is one of the smartest teams and they work hard,” said Hammons about the Aces.

With the win, the Aces improved to 25-3 on the season heading into their next game at home on Friday against the Washington Mystics.

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Game Notes:

The Aces shot 50.0% from the field.
Las Vegas went 10 for 32 from three-point range.
The Aces never trailed in the game and their biggest lead in the game was 41 points.

Game Starters:

C – 41 Kiah Stokes
F – 22 A’ja Wilson
F – 0 Jackie Young
G – 10 Kelsey Plum
G – 12 Chelsea Gray

Aces Injury Report:

Riquna Williams, Not with team
Candace Parker, Foot

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