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WNBA Stars Shine: Aces Aim for Repeat
12 Jun
Summary
- Defending champions Las Vegas Aces are led by MVP A'ja Wilson.
- Injuries impact contenders like the Liberty and Fever.
- Angel Reese joins the Atlanta Dream via offseason trade.
The WNBA is back, ushering in a new era with a fresh collective bargaining agreement and a roster of million-dollar players. The Las Vegas Aces aim to defend their title, spearheaded by reigning MVP A'ja Wilson. They face stiff competition from teams like the Atlanta Dream, New York Liberty, and Indiana Fever.
The Indiana Fever, significantly impacted by injuries last season, are now at full strength. Meanwhile, the New York Liberty have already faced an early setback with Sabrina Ionescu sidelined due to an ankle injury sustained in a preseason game against the Connecticut Sun.
The Atlanta Dream have bolstered their roster by acquiring Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky in a key offseason move, adding to a team that secured 30 wins last season. The schedule for June 11 features several matchups, including the Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty vs. Atlanta Dream.
