The Las Vegas Aces faced a tough loss in the Commissioner’s Cup against the Seattle Storm, shooting a season-low 31% from the field. Despite a valiant effort to come back from a 14-point deficit, the Aces fell short, ultimately losing 78-65 to the Storm.
Star player A’ja Wilson led the scoring for the Aces with 29 points, with a significant contribution of 15 points in the third quarter. However, Jackie Young struggled, finishing with only three points on a 1-of-12 shooting performance. Kelsey Plum’s 18 points and 41% shooting kept the Aces competitive throughout the game, but the team lacked significant scoring contributions beyond Wilson and Plum.
On the opposing side, the Seattle Storm showcased a strong performance with players like Jewell Loyd leading the offensive charge with an impressive 35 points. Additionally, Ezi Magbegor and Nneka Ogwumike both secured double-doubles, contributing significantly to the Storm’s victory.
With this loss, the Las Vegas Aces now stand at 1-1 in the Western Conference Commissioner’s Cup standings, tying them for fourth place with Minnesota. The team will look to bounce back as they travel to Los Angeles to face the Sparks in their upcoming game.
Despite the setback, the Aces remain a formidable force in the league, and fans can expect a strong comeback in their future games.
