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Smith vs. Edwards (Gray gets the ball)Wilson received an assist from Young and hit a jumper
Nipkens missed a jumper from a pull-upBurke offensive reboundBurke hit a two-point shotYoung received an assist from Gray and hit a drift shotYang committed a personal foulMiller-foot's three-point pull-up jumper was blocked by WilsonSmith defensive reboundWilson received an assist from Gray and hit a two-point shotBurke received an assist from Van Liss and hit a jumperWilson made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by MillerMiller missed a two-point layupGray defensive reboundsSmith received an assist from Talport and hit a two-point layupBurke missed a layup with a low handYoung defensive reboundsJan made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by BurkeVan Liss missed a long jumperThe ace got a defensive reboundWilson received an assist from Young and hit a two-point shotBurke stepped on the line and made a mistake in passingGray received an assist from Young and hit a layupThe sun pauses for a long timeThe Sunshine made a substitution, and Rivers came on to replace MillerThe ace was substituted, and Lloyd came on to replace TalbotNipkens hit a pull-up jumperWilson received an assist from Young and hit a layupBurke committed an offensive foulBurke committed an offensive foul turnoverGray received an assist from Wilson and hit a step-back three-point jumperBurke received an assist from Van Liss and hit a three-point shotSmith's foot breakaway layup was blocked by RiversBurke defensive reboundsVan Liss missed a three-point shotNipkens offensive reboundBurkefoot's layup was blocked by WilsonVan Liss offensive reboundVan Lees scored on a breakthrough layupWilson hit a two-point shotBurke fouled on a shotSunshine made a substitution, and Bills came on to replace NipkensSunshine made a substitution, and Morrow came on to replace EdwardsThe ace made a substitution, and Carter came on to replace SmithThe ace was substituted, and Paktileus came on to replace GrayWilson hit a free throwBurke missed a three-point shotBills offensive reboundBeals missed a backhand layupWilson defensive reboundYang missed a two-point shotRivers defensive reboundMorrow missed a three-point shotLloyd defensive reboundCarter hit a two-point shotRivers hit a two-point shotYoung's jumper missed the ballPaktius offensive reboundCarter missed a three-point shotMorrow defensive reboundsMorrow committed an offensive foulMorrow committed an offensive foul turnoverSunshine made a substitution, and Miller came on to replace Van LiesSunshine made a substitution, and Ledger Walker came on to replace BurkeMiller fouled on a shotCarter made two free throws, the first of which was a free throwCarter hit his second free throwThe ace made a substitution, and Gray came on to replace YoungThe ace made a substitution, and Turner came on to replace WilsonRivers missed a three-point shotMorrow offensive reboundMiller missed a pull-up jumperGray defensive reboundsPaktius received an assist from Gray and hit a layupLedger Walker received an assist from the Bills and scored on a breakthrough layupRivers fouled on a shotCarter made two free throws, the first of which was a free throwCarter hit his second free throwMiller scored on a breakthrough layupGray missed a three-point pull-up jumperMorrow defensive reboundsMiller received an assist from Ledger Walker and hit a three-pointer
The first quarter endsThe Connecticut Sun hosted the Las Vegas Aces in a highly anticipated Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) showdown on May 16, 2026. In a high-scoring affair at Mohegan Sun Arena, the defending champion Aces outlasted the Sun 101-94, marking the season’s first win for Las Vegas and handing Connecticut its first loss of the campaign.
Match Overview
The game tipped off at 7:30 PM ET and featured two of the league’s most talented rosters. Las Vegas entered the contest with a revamped lineup, while Connecticut looked to build on an early-season win streak. The Aces’ potent offense, led by back-to-back MVP A’ja Wilson and sharp-shooting guard Kelsey Plum, proved too much for the Sun’s disciplined defense. Despite a valiant fourth-quarter push from the home team, the Aces maintained control down the stretch.
Key Moments
- First Quarter: Las Vegas jumped to a 28-22 lead behind Wilson’s 10 points and efficient ball movement. Connecticut struggled to contain the Aces’ pace.
- Second Quarter: The Sun fought back, cutting the deficit to 50-48 at halftime. Brionna Jones dominated the paint with 12 points and 7 rebounds in the first half.
- Third Quarter: Las Vegas exploded for 35 points, establishing a 85-74 advantage going into the final period. Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray combined for 18 points in the quarter.
- Fourth Quarter: Connecticut made a late run, pulling within 96-92 with 2:30 remaining, but critical turnovers and timely Aces free throws sealed the result.
Standout Players
- A’ja Wilson (LVA): Finished with 31 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 blocks, a dominant two-way performance.
- Kelsey Plum (LVA): Contributed 24 points and 8 assists, including several clutch jumpers in the third quarter.
- Brionna Jones (CONN): Led the Sun with 27 points and 14 rebounds, showcasing her interior scoring ability.
- DeWanna Bonner (CONN): Added 19 points and 6 assists but struggled with efficiency (7-of-19 shooting).
Impact on the Season
The win puts the Las Vegas Aces at 1-0 in the early season, reinforcing their status as championship favorites. The Connecticut Sun drop to 1-1, but showed resilience against a top-tier opponent. With both teams expected to contend for the WNBA title, this matchup could be a preview of a potential playoff series.
Connecticut Sun vs Las Vegas Aces Live Score, Stats & Results
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