Aces Secure Third Straight Commissioner's Cup Final Berth
A'ja Wilson drops 24 points and 12 rebounds as the Aces improve to 8-0 in Commissioner's Cup this season, advancing to the championship game for the third consecutive year.
A'ja Wilson drops 24 points and 12 rebounds as the Aces improve to 8-0 in Commissioner's Cup this season, advancing to the championship game for the third consecutive year.
The Las Vegas Aces are back in the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game for the third straight season, steamrolling the Phoenix Mercury 86-76 on Wednesday night to remain unbeaten in this year's mid-season tournament. Led by two-time MVP A'ja Wilson, the Aces improved to 8-0 in Cup play and extended their overall Commissioner's Cup winning streak to 12 games dating back to 2023. Wilson stuffed the stat sheet with 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 blocks.
Kelsey Plum added 18 points as the Mercury never seriously threatened after the first quarter. Defensively, the Aces smothered Phoenix's perimeter shooters, holding the Mercury to 6-of-20 from three-point range. Las Vegas also dominated the glass, outrebounding Phoenix 44-28, which limited second-chance opportunities for Brittney Griner inside.
The Aces' ability to switch on screens and contest shots without fouling forced the Mercury into uncomfortable late-clock looks, a hallmark of coach Becky Hammon's system. This win underscores why Las Vegas is the gold standard of the WNBA. As the defending two-time Cup champions, they have turned the mid-season tournament into their personal showcase.
The Mercury, despite a spirited effort from Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi, couldn't overcome the Aces' depth and defensive intensity. It was another statement win for a team that has not lost a Commissioner's Cup game since 2022. The Aces will host the Commissioner's Cup championship game on June 24 against a yet-to-be-determined opponent from the Eastern Conference.
With Wilson playing at an MVP level and the supporting cast firing, Las Vegas is well-positioned to three-peat as Cup champions. The rest of the league has been put on notice: the dynasty is not slowing down. The Commissioner's Cup dominance now gives Las Vegas an additional $500,000 prize pool opportunity, but the broader implication is psychological.
Every WNBA opponent knows that beating the Aces in the Cup requires near-perfect execution for 40 minutes. 8 rebounds in Cup play, and Chelsea Gray orchestrating from the point, the Aces have turned the mid-season tournament into a referendum on league parity. The East finalist—likely New York or Connecticut—will face a team that has not lost a Cup game since 2022. Read at ESPN
The Aces are building a Commissioner's Cup dynasty, reaching the final for a third straight year. With Wilson at the peak of her powers, Las Vegas looks poised to three-peat in the Cup, cementing their status as the WNBA's gold standard. This win also showcases the depth behind Wilson as the team gears up for the second half of the regular season. The Aces continue to dominate the mid-season tournament, improving to 8-0 in Cup play and extending their winning streak to 12 games. Every opponent knows what's coming, but stopping Wilson and the supporting cast remains a near-impossible task. The upcoming final on June 24 could be another coronation for a franchise that has redefined winning in the WNBA.
ESPNespn.comBy Kareem Copeland18 Jun, 5:18en
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