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PHOENIX — Alyssa Thomas and defense fit like a glove. It can be like the addition of chocolate to milk. In this case, defense fuels the Phoenix Mercury, and it starts with the proclaimed “engine” of the team. Despite Thomas playing like an MVP for the Mercury, she has kept one thing the same ever […]

The Las Vegas Aces took a stranglehold on the WNBA Finals on Wednesday night, holding off a furious comeback from the Phoenix Mercury to win 90-88 and move within one win of a third WNBA title in four years. The Aces controlled the game for most of the night despite playing in front of a […]

It is confirmed: A’ja Wilson was put on Earth to win. Even if the Las Vegas Aces found themselves on a burning court with asteroids raining down on them and every plague known to humankind suddenly happening, Wilson will still find a way to win. On Wednesday, she did exactly that. She buried a jumper […]

A’ja Wilson made history during the 2025 WNBA Finals, breaking two significant playoff records previously held by Napheesa Collier as the Las Vegas Aces took a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Phoenix Mercury. In Game 3, Wilson officially surpassed Collier for the most points in a single playoff run and also passed her for […]

PHOENIX– Trailing 0-3 in any seven-game series is a tall task to overcome. The Phoenix Mercury find themselves in an interesting predicament after losing 90-88 to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 3. It was another close loss, but A’ja Wilson hit the game-winner for the Aces that sent the WNBA world into a frenzy. […]

Fans of the Phoenix Mercury are in a world of hurt right now after falling short against the Las Vegas Aces in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. The Mercury climbed back from a 17-point deficit to tie the game at 88-88 after DeWanna Bonner’s two free throws with one […]

The Las Vegas Aces are just a win away from capturing their third crown in four seasons after escaping the Phoenix Mercury, 90-88, in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. After being down by as much as 17 points, the Mercury mounted a furious rally in the fourth quarter to […]

The Las Vegas Aces are on the verge of their third championship in franchise history following their thrilling 90-88 Game 3 win against the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals. The Aces faced a little adversity early as the Mercury sliced into a double-digit deficit to tie the game late in the fourth quarter, but […]

The Phoenix Mercury were forced to try to claw back into the WNBA Finals in Game 3 on Wednesday night in front of their home crowd after dropping the first two games against the Las Vegas Aces. The Mercury were trailing for most of the night, and they were forced to complete their late comeback […]

Another day, another milestone for Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson. The Aces visited the Phoenix Mercury at PHX Arena on Wednesday, looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven WNBA Finals. They had their struggles on the road in the regular season, tallying a 13-9 record. But with Wilson at the forefront, […]

The Las Vegas Aces are looking to grab a third straight win versus the Phoenix Mercury in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. The Aces looked dominant in Game 2, leaving the Mercury scrambling for answers to avoid a o-3 hole. The Mercury needed a strong start to set the […]

The Las Vegas Aces jumped out to a 2-0 lead against the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals. Aces MVP A’ja Wilson has put up dominant efforts in the first two contests. However, Jewell Loyd stole the show in Game 3. The guard got off to a hot start, making four three-pointers in the first […]

One constant throughout the 2025 Phoenix Mercury season has been Satou Sabally’s stance on the WNBA’s CBA negotiations. While other players on the team have been reserved, she hasn’t shied away from her true feelings. For instance, after a loss against the Las Vegas Aces in August, Sabally ripped the WNBA and CBA, while mentioning […]

The Las Vegas Aces came out 89-86 winners in a thrilling Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury. A’ja Wilson topscored with 21 points and 10 rebounds as the Aces’ bench outscored the Mercury’s 41-16 in a game that had a total of 12 lead changes. However, another astonishing fact is that […]

With the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals, Alyssa Thomas has been the talk of the team. In her first season, she helped the franchise reach its first Finals since 2021. Coincidentally, Diana Taurasi took the team to its last appearance. Both have been consistent competitors and two of the best when both were playing. […]

The Phoenix Mercury head home for Game 3 of the 2025 WNBA Finals in an 0-2 hole, needing to win at least one of the next two to send the series back to Las Vegas. Alyssa Thomas has been one of the stars of this dynamic Mercury team and she has lost twice in the […]

As the Phoenix Mercury wrapped up practice before Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Aces, there was one note everyone took: Zone defense. Las Vegas did a masterful job in the final two quarters of implementing the defense. It resulted in a barrage of contested shots, shot-clock violations, and inefficient basketball. However, head coach Nate […]

Under coach Becky Hammon, the Las Vegas Aces are currently fighting it out in what is their third WNBA Finals appearance in four seasons. The Aces finished second in the regular season with a 30-14 record and have largely depended on their “Big 3” of A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young. Wilson in particular […]

The Phoenix Mercury falling to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals might not have been a big surprise to anyone. For people watching the game, it was strange how they squandered a lead. But it wasn’t strange to Kahleah Copper and Nate Tibbetts. Both saw the Aces switch to a […]

A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces sealed Game 1 of the WNBA Finals with a last-second defensive stand, turning a thriller into a series-opening victory. After Jackie Young put Las Vegas up 89-86, the Phoenix Mercury had 13.5 seconds remaining to tie the game. A missed Satou Sabally three-pointer and an Aces rebound by […]

The Las Vegas Aces were 89-86 winners in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury. However, they returned from the first half with a five-point deficit, with the game seeing a total of 12 lead changes and nine ties. It remained close until the fourth quarter, when Becky Hammon’s team eventually took […]

The Phoenix Mercury ended up on the wrong side of a topsy-turvy Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Las Vegas Aces. The 89-86 loss came down to fine margins as the Aces’ bench completely outscored Phoenix’s reserves 41-16. Satou Sabally was put on the bench by head coach Nate Tibbetts after she picked […]

The Las Vegas Aces once again relied on the now four-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson as they defeated the Phoenix Mercury in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. The thrilling 89-86 victory came after a total of 12 lead changes and nine ties in what was a topsy-turvy game until the fourth quarter. The Aces […]

Dana Evans made incredible WNBA history during Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury on Friday night. In 26 minutes of action, Evans finished with a stat line of 21 points, four steals, three assists, and two rebounds. She shot 8-of-13 from the field, including 5-of-6 from […]

The Phoenix Mercury faltered down the stretch in a brutal 89-86 defeat to the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals on Friday night. Phoenix had the momentum for most of the game, keeping up with Las Vegas’ attack. However, the team only scored 15 points in the last 10 minutes, […]

The Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury deserve ample praise for representing the sport in the 2025 WNBA Finals, but they are splitting focus with several other league issues. Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier put the higher-ups on the defensive after her blistering remarks earlier in the week, doing her part as a WNBA Players […]

A’ja Wilson is no stranger to October basketball. Ahead of the 2025 WNBA Finals and her fourth career appearance, the Las Vegas Aces star took time to reflect on her first-ever trip to the Finals and how much her mentality has grown in the years since. During pregame media availability, according to USAToday’s Meghan L. […]

The 2025 WNBA Finals feature a high-stakes clash between the reigning champions, the Las Vegas Aces, and a resurgent Phoenix Mercury squad that has clawed its way back to championship relevance. On paper, Las Vegas appears to be the superior team, boasting a formidable starting five led by MVP A’ja Wilson, All-Star Jackie Young, and […]

The 2025 WNBA Finals promise a compelling clash between two franchises on a mission to shape the future of the league. The Las Vegas Aces, already seen by many as the team of the decade, are returning to the Finals with an opportunity to secure a third title in four years. Standing in their way […]

Game 1 of the WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury will tip off with a surprisingly low get-in price. According to TickPick, the cheapest ticket for the opening game inside Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas is just $35. This year’s Finals will feature the inaugural best-of-seven series in the WNBA. […]

The 2025 WNBA Finals have finally arrived, and with it comes heightened stakes, historical weight, and a refreshing narrative. For the first time in league history, the Finals will be decided in a best-of-seven format, an innovation that reflects the league’s growth and the increasing depth of competition. At the heart of this year’s championship […]

For all of the success the Phoenix Mercury have had, they face their biggest obstacle in the 2025 WNBA Finals: the Las Vegas Aces. The latter defeated the Indiana Fever on Tuesday in an overtime thriller to advance to the final round of competition. However, the Aces hold a 3-1 season series against Phoenix and […]

Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx were favored to go all the way and win the 2025 WNBA title when they entered the playoffs. They ruled the regular season, topping the rest of the competition with a 34-30 record to lock down the No. 1 seed. But the postseason is a different animal, and the […]

One name has been a constant all year for the Phoenix Mercury. She doesn’t receive the glitz and glamour of her team’s Big 3, but this particular player has hit big shot after big shot. Not to mention, she’s shooting over 50% from the field and from beyond the three-point line in the playoffs. That […]

The Phoenix Mercury have punched their ticket to the 2025 WNBA Finals after beating the Minnesota Lynx 86-81 in Game 4 of the semifinals on Sunday night. Phoenix held a 2-1 series lead going into the matchup, needing one more win to finish off Minnesota. The Lynx tried all they could without Napheesa Collier due […]

New York Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello isn’t giving up on her team. Granted, even if she had, she’s smart enough not to say it publicly. But the two-time championship coach cited precedent on Friday for why she thinks her team can still make noise in the playoffs. She recalled her 2021 Phoenix Mercury team, […]

Sources have said that the WNBA has decided not to fine Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve after her pointed criticism of officiating in Game 5 of the 2024 WNBA Finals on Oct. 20. Reeve’s comments came after a controversial foul call on Lynx player Alanna Smith with 5.2 seconds left in regulation, which allowed […]

In further celebration of the New York Liberty’s 2024 WNBA championship season, Derek Jeter, a name synonymous with winning and New York, narrated an incredible montage for the team’s unforgettable year. “Dreams begin when we believe. That we can do things that have never been done before. This city is built on them. New York […]

The New York Liberty were the best team in the WNBA this season, and they showed it by winning the championship against the Minnesota Lynx. The city is excited to have the championship in New York, and they’re going as far as announcing Oct. 20 as “New York Liberty Day,” which is the exact day […]