WNBA Game Preview: Connecticut Sun (2-12) vs. Las Vegas Aces (6-7)

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Game Details

Matchup: Connecticut Sun (2–12) vs. Las Vegas Aces (6–7)

Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Tip-Off Time: 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT

Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, NV

Broadcast: NBA TV, NBC Sports Boston, WNBA League Pass

Game Context & Stakes

The Sun enter this matchup on a six-game losing streak, sitting at the bottom of the WNBA standings. They’re coming off an 87–63 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, and have lost three of their last five games by double digits. Connecticut’s offense ranks last in the league, and their defense hasn’t fared much better, allowing 87.8 points per game. The Aces, meanwhile, snapped a three-game skid with an 89–81 win over the Indiana Fever, led by A’ja Wilson’s 24 points. Las Vegas is just 4–3 at home this season but has dominated this matchup historically, including an 87–62 win over Connecticut on May 20.

Key Players to Watch

Las Vegas Aces

A’ja Wilson: 21.1 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 2.6 BPG – MVP-caliber season; had 22 points in the last meeting vs. Connecticut

Jackie Young: 18.3 PPG (last 10 games) – consistent scoring threat

Chelsea Gray: 14.5 PPG, 3.6 APG – veteran leadership and clutch shooting

Jewell Loyd: 11.2 PPG – adds perimeter scoring and spacing

Connecticut Sun

Tina Charles: 15.8 PPG, 5.2 RPG – veteran presence and top scorer

Marina Mabrey: 15.8 PPG, 4.0 APG – listed day-to-day; her availability is crucial

Olivia Nelson-Ododa: 8.3 PPG, 6.5 RPG – interior anchor

Aneesah Morrow: 14 points vs. Golden State – emerging rookie contributor

Team Stats & Trends

CategoryAcesSun
Record6–72–12
Points Per Game80.871.6
Points Allowed83.187.8
FG%38.9%40.2%
3P%33.2%28.7%
Rebounds Per Game33.330.3
ATS Record4–96–8
Over/Under Record7–6 to the Over6–7 to the Under

Las Vegas has won five straight head-to-head matchups vs. Connecticut, including a 25-point blowout earlier this season.

Tactical Breakdown

Aces Strengths:

Elite frontcourt led by Wilson

Strong rebounding and shot-blocking

High-volume three-point shooting (9.4 made per game)

Sun Weaknesses:

Lowest offensive rating in the WNBA

Poor perimeter defense (allowing 9.0 threes per game)

Struggles to generate second-chance points

Key Matchup:

A’ja Wilson vs. Tina Charles – Two veteran stars clash in the paint. Wilson’s mobility and rim protection could overwhelm Charles, especially if Mabrey is sidelined.

The Aces are simply too deep and too talented for a depleted Sun squad. Expect Wilson to dominate inside and the Aces’ perimeter shooters to stretch the floor. Unless Mabrey suits up and has a career night, this one could get out of hand early.

GAME ODDS

Connecticut Sun               160

Las Vegas Aces                  – 15.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 24, 2025

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