In the WNBA Finals, Las Vegas Aces’ Jackie Young bounced back from a tough start to lead her team to a 91-78 victory over Phoenix Mercury, securing a 2-0 series lead. Young, who struggled in the opener after a grueling semifinal series, set a finals record with 21 points in the third quarter, finishing with 32 points in total. The Aces now head to Arizona for Game 3 with hopes of extending their lead and clinching their third title in four years.
A’ja Wilson, the four-time league MVP, also had a standout performance, contributing 28 points and 14 rebounds. Chelsea Gray showcased her impact with 10 points, 10 assists, eight rebounds, three blocked shots, and three steals, moving up in playoff history rankings.
Despite a strong start by Phoenix, the Aces took control of the game, limiting the Mercury’s scoring in the following periods. The Aces’ dominant performance in Game 2 continued their unbeaten streak at home under coach Becky Hammon, now standing at 9-0 with an average margin of over 17 points in such games.
Phoenix faces an uphill battle in Game 3, needing a strong comeback to stay alive in the series. The Mercury’s resilience will be tested as they aim to overcome the Aces’ momentum in the upcoming matchups.
