WNBA Game Preview: Las Vegas Aces (10-3) vs. Dallas Wings (8-5)

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College Park Center, Arlington, TX

Tip‑off: 8:00 PM CT (6:00 PM PT)

Broadcast: ESPN2, WNBA League Pass

The Aces and Wings meet in a high‑stakes early‑summer showdown between two of the league’s most explosive offenses. Las Vegas enters atop the Western Conference, while Dallas continues to surge behind elite rebounding and interior scoring. This matchup features MVP‑level star power, elite guard play, and contrasting styles that always produce drama.

Venue & Weather

College Park Center — Arlington, Texas

  • Capacity: ~7,000
  • Atmosphere: One of the loudest mid‑sized arenas in the league
  • Court Profile: Favorable for pace‑and‑space teams; strong shooting sightlines

Injury Report

Las Vegas Aces

  • A’ja Wilson — Healthy
  • Kelsey Plum — Healthy
  • Jackie Young — Healthy
  • Chelsea Gray — OUT (foot)
  • Alicia Clark — Healthy

Impact: Gray’s absence continues to affect Las Vegas’ half‑court creation, but the Aces’ core remains elite.

Dallas Wings

  • Arike Ogunbowale — Healthy
  • Satou Sabally — OUT (shoulder)
  • Teaira McCowan — Healthy
  • Natasha Howard — Healthy
  • Maddy Siegrist — Healthy

Impact: Sabally’s absence hurts Dallas’ versatility, but their frontcourt remains one of the league’s strongest.

Team Records & Recent Form

Las Vegas Aces (10–3)

  • Last 5: 4–1
  • Road Record: 4–2
  • Offense: 87.4 PPG (1st in WNBA)
  • Defense: 78.9 PPG allowed
  • Trend: Elite scoring efficiency, strong late‑game execution, improved bench play.

Dallas Wings (8–5)

  • Last 5: 3–2
  • Home Record: 5–2
  • Offense: 83.1 PPG
  • Defense: 80.7 PPG allowed
  • Trend: Dominant rebounding, inconsistent perimeter shooting, strong interior presence.

Series History

  • 2025 Season: Aces won 3–1
  • Last 10 Meetings: Aces lead 7–3
  • In Arlington: Aces 4–2 in last 6

Las Vegas has historically controlled the matchup, especially in clutch situations.

Key Player Matchups

1. A’ja Wilson (LVA) vs. Teaira McCowan (DAL)

  • Wilson averaging 24.8 PPG, 10.7 RPG
  • McCowan’s size can disrupt Wilson’s mid‑post game
  • Critical matchup for Dallas’ upset chances

2. Arike Ogunbowale (DAL) vs. Jackie Young (LVA)

  • Arike: 22.1 PPG, elite shot‑making
  • Young: one of the league’s best two‑way guards
  • Whoever wins this matchup dictates pace

3. Kelsey Plum (LVA) vs. Odyssey Sims (DAL)

  • Plum’s off‑ball movement stresses Dallas’ perimeter defense
  • Sims must limit Plum’s catch‑and‑shoot opportunities

4. Natasha Howard (DAL) vs. Aces Frontcourt Depth

  • Howard’s versatility is key without Sabally
  • Aces must avoid foul trouble inside

Betting Trends

Las Vegas Aces

  • 6–1 ATS in last 7
  • Over is 5–2 in last 7
  • Aces 8–2 in last 10 vs. Dallas

Dallas Wings

  • 5–2 at home this season
  • Under is 6–4 in last 10
  • Wings 1–4 ATS in last 5 vs. winning teams

Predictive Analysis

Why Las Vegas can win

  • Best offensive trio in the league (Wilson/Plum/Young)
  • Superior perimeter shooting
  • Strong late‑game execution even without Gray

Why Dallas can win

  • Massive rebounding advantage
  • Arike can take over games
  • McCowan/Howard can dominate the paint

GAME ODDS

Las Vegas Aces                  – 3

Dallas Wings                      176.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, June 14, 2026

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