Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
Tip‑off: 7:00 PM ET
Broadcast: ESPN2 / WNBA League Pass
The Aces and Sun meet Friday night in a matchup that feels far more urgent for Connecticut than for Las Vegas. The Aces (2–1) look like themselves again after a strong bounce‑back win, while the Sun (0–3) are in unfamiliar territory — winless, struggling offensively, and searching for rhythm after a brutal opening stretch.
VENUE — MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
- Location: Uncasville, Connecticut
- Capacity: 9,323
- Court Conditions: Typically slow‑paced, defensive‑friendly environment
- Home‑court Edge: One of the strongest in the WNBA
The Sun feed off this crowd — and they’ll need every decibel to avoid an 0–4 start.
INJURY REPORT
Las Vegas Aces
- A’ja Wilson — Probable (ankle tightness) Expected to play; centerpiece of both ends of the floor.
- Chelsea Gray — Out (foot) Aces continue to adjust without their floor general.
- Kierstan Bell — Out (knee) Depth piece unavailable.
- Kelsey Plum — Probable (wrist) Expected to start; key perimeter scorer.
Connecticut Sun
- Alyssa Thomas — Probable (shoulder) Expected to play; essential to Sun’s playmaking and rebounding.
- Brionna Jones — Out (Achilles recovery) Major loss to interior scoring and defense.
- DiJonai Carrington — Questionable (hamstring) Game‑time decision; critical perimeter defender.
- Ty Harris — Probable (illness) Expected to be available.
TEAM RECORDS & FORM
Las Vegas Aces (2–1)
- Last 3 Games: W–L–W
- Offense: 86.3 PPG
- Defense: 79.7 PPG allowed
- Trend: Offense heating up, defense still adjusting without Gray
- Identity: Pace, spacing, star‑driven scoring
Connecticut Sun (0–3)
- Last 3 Games: L–L–L
- Offense: 74.0 PPG
- Defense: 82.7 PPG allowed
- Trend: Offense stagnant, turnovers high, rebounding inconsistent
- Identity: Physicality, half‑court defense, interior scoring — but not clicking yet
RECENT TEAM FORM NOTES
Aces
- Plum and Young are carrying more playmaking duties
- Wilson averaging MVP‑level production early
- Bench minutes still in flux
Sun
- Missing Brionna Jones has disrupted spacing
- Alyssa Thomas forced into heavy creation load
- Perimeter shooting cold (27% from three through three games)
KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS
1. A’ja Wilson vs. Alyssa Thomas
A heavyweight matchup — Wilson’s scoring vs. Thomas’ physicality and playmaking. Edge: Aces
2. Jackie Young vs. Ty Harris
Young’s size and shot creation are major problems for Harris in single coverage. Edge: Aces
3. Kelsey Plum vs. Sun Perimeter Defense
If Carrington is out, Plum could have a massive night. Edge: Aces (significant)
4. DeWanna Bonner vs. Kiah Stokes
Bonner’s length and versatility can exploit Vegas’ interior rotations. Edge: Sun
SERIES HISTORY
- 2025 Season: Aces swept 2–0
- Last 10 Meetings: Aces lead 7–3
- At Mohegan Sun Arena: Aces have won 3 of last 4
Connecticut has struggled to contain Vegas’ perimeter scoring in recent years.
BETTING TRENDS
Las Vegas Aces
- 5–2 ATS in last 7 road games
- Overs hit in 4 of last 6
- 6–1 straight‑up vs. Connecticut in last 7
Connecticut Sun
- 1–5 ATS in last 6 home games
- Unders hit in 5 of last 7
- 0–3 ATS this season
Matchup Trends
- Aces have scored 80+ points in 8 of last 10 vs. Sun
- Sun have failed to reach 75 points in 4 of last 6 vs. Aces
GAME ODDS
Las Vegas Aces – 15
Connecticut Sun 171
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 14, 2026
