WNBA Game Preview: Las Vegas Aces (3-2) vs. Seattle Storm (3-3)

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Game Overview

The Las Vegas Aces and Seattle Storm face off in a highly anticipated rematch after Seattle’s dominant 102-82 victory over Las Vegas on May 25. The Aces bounced back with a 96-81 win against the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday, led by A’ja Wilson’s 35-point performance. Seattle, however, enters this game on a two-game losing streak, falling to the Minnesota Lynx and Atlanta Dream. The Storm will look to regain momentum at home, where they have been strong defensively.

Key Players to Watch

Las Vegas Aces:

A’ja Wilson – Leads the team with 23.6 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 4.4 APG, and is coming off a historic 35-point, 13-rebound game.

Jackie Young – Scored 26 points in the win against the Sparks, providing offensive depth.

Chelsea Gray – Veteran guard averaging 15 PPG, known for her clutch playmaking.

Seattle Storm:

Skylar Diggins-Smith – Leading scorer with 19.0 PPG, 6.8 APG, crucial for Seattle’s offensive flow.

Nneka Ogwumike – Dominated in the last matchup against the Aces, scoring 23 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.

Gabby Williams – Averaging 14 PPG, providing strong defensive versatility.

The Aces have struggled against Seattle, losing their last matchup by 20 points, but Wilson’s MVP-level play could be the difference-maker. Seattle’s home-court advantage and defensive strength make this a close contest.

GAME ODDS

Las Vegas Aces                  – 1.5

Seattle Storm                    163

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025

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