The Las Vegas Aces continue their dominant playoff run, edging the Phoenix Mercury 90-88 in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals. This victory gives the Aces a commanding 3-0 series lead and places them just one win away from securing their third championship title in four seasons.
A’ja Wilson Shines in Clutch
Leading the charge for the Aces was A’ja Wilson, who delivered an exceptional performance. The recent MVP winner scored 34 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, making her mark as the first player in WNBA Finals history to record three consecutive games with 25 or more points and 10 rebounds.
Close Contest with a Dramatic Finish
The game was tightly contested, especially in the second half. The Mercury, supported by their home crowd at the Mortgage Matchup Center, made multiple runs to stay competitive. However, as the game reached its climax, Las Vegas seemed to maintain control.
- Aces led by A’ja Wilson with 34 points.
- Jackie Young contributed 21 points and 9 assists.
- Phoenix’s DeWanna Bonner added 25 points off the bench.
- Satu Sabally scored 24 points before sustaining a head injury.
In a dramatic turn, Phoenix rallied in the final quarter. After trailing by 10 points, they went on a 9-0 run, narrowing the gap to just one point. Bonner’s free throws tied the game at 88-88 with moments left on the clock.
Game-Winning Shot
With the game on the line, Wilson received the inbounds pass and skillfully sank a go-ahead jumper, sealing the victory for Las Vegas. “Just go get it done,” Wilson stated, quoting Aces coach Becky Hammon on the final play. This decisive moment stunned the Mercury and their fans.
Looking Ahead
The Aces have a chance to clinch the championship in Game 4, scheduled for Friday in Phoenix. As they prepare for this pivotal game, the Mercury will need to regroup and strategize, particularly regarding Sabally’s condition following her injury.
