Aces Clinch Regular Season Finale With Dominant Win

The Las Vegas Aces ended their regular season with a commanding 100-82 win against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday night. This victory solidifies the Aces' position as the No. 3 seed heading into the playoffs, where they are set to face the No. 6 Indiana. A'ja Wilson was the standout player, contributing 34 points, while Jewell Loyd added 25 points off the bench.

The Aces established an early lead, with Wilson scoring 17 points in the first quarter to propel them to a 32-18 advantage. By halftime, Las Vegas had extended their lead to 65-36, showcasing a dominant offensive performance with 56% field goal accuracy and 28 assists. Despite the Mercury's attempt to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to nine points, crucial turnovers and fouls ended their rally.

This win marked a strong finish for the Aces, who had previously lost to the Mercury earlier in the season but won the subsequent matchups convincingly. The team's overall performance, including strong contributions from Stephanie Talbot and Chelsea Gray, demonstrates their readiness for the postseason challenge starting Sunday.