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Aces Star Jackie Young Faces Unrestricted Free Agency
10 Oct
Summary
- Jackie Young is an unrestricted free agent after an eight-season career with the Aces.
- Young, a five-time All-Star, was crucial to three WNBA championships.
- She averaged 18.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.8 assists in the 2026 season.
The Las Vegas Aces' bid for another WNBA title concluded with their elimination from the postseason by the Golden State Valkyries on Friday, October 9. This outcome shifts the focus to the team's upcoming offseason, particularly the free agency of guard Jackie Young.
Young, a 29-year-old five-time All-Star, has completed her eighth season with the Aces. She was a foundational player, contributing significantly to all three of the franchise's WNBA championships. In the 2026 regular season, she averaged 18.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game.
Having signed a one-year contract for the 2026 season, Young will now be an unrestricted free agent. Despite this, she expressed a strong desire to remain with the Aces in the past, having not considered other teams during previous offseasons. Her commitment was highlighted by her dedication to training and improving her game during the offseason.
The Aces concluded the 2026 regular season as the No. 3 seed with a 31-13 record, but their playoff run ended in the second round. Young's contract for the 2026 season was valued at $1.19 million, and her career earnings with the Aces total $1,937,647.
