The Las Vegas Aces head to Gateway Center Arena on Wednesday night to face the Atlanta Dream in a 7:30 PM EDT showdown, airing on NBA TV. Tickets start as low as $25, offering College Park fans a chance to catch this high-stakes clash. The Aces, with a stellar 25-14 record, are 1.5-point road favorites with an over/under of 162.5 points, riding an 11-game win streak after clinching a playoff spot. The Dream, at 24-13, are pushing for the No. 2 seed in the East, coming off a 79-74 win over Chicago. With Vegas winning both matchups this season, this third meeting promises fireworks.
Position-by-Position Breakdown
Point Guard – Chelsea Gray runs the Aces’ offense with 5.8 assists and 8.6 points, a clutch playmaker who sets the tone. Jordin Canada leads the Dream with 8.7 points and 6.2 assists, bringing speed and defensive pressure to disrupt Vegas’ flow.
Shooting Guard – Kelsey Plum provides Las Vegas with firepower, averaging 17.6 points and hitting 38.1% from three. Allisha Gray counters for Atlanta with 18.6 points, a two-way star who dropped 20 points in their last meeting.
Small Forward – Jackie Young gives the Aces versatility, averaging 16.9 points and 4.8 rebounds, fresh off a 22-point, seven-assist game. Rhyne Howard, questionable with a knee injury, averages 16.4 points for the Dream and needs to shine if cleared to play.
Power Forward – Alysha Clark brings defensive grit and timely shooting for Vegas, averaging 6.2 points. Naz Hillmon provides Atlanta with hustle off the bench, averaging 10.2 points and stepping up with 21 points recently.
Center – A’ja Wilson, the Aces’ MVP, dominates with 22.6 points and 9.9 rebounds, coming off a 32-point, 12-rebound performance. Tina Charles anchors the Dream with 16.1 points and 8.3 rebounds, a veteran force ready to battle Wilson.
Game Outlook
The Aces are the WNBA’s hottest team, with an 11-game win streak and a 12-5 road record, ranking seventh in offense (82.9 PPG) and ninth in defense (82.9 PPG allowed). They’ve dominated Atlanta this season, winning 87-72 on July 22 and 74-72 on August 19, with A’ja Wilson averaging 28 points and 12 rebounds across those games. The Dream, with a 24-13 record, rank fifth in offense (83.9 PPG) and second in defense (77.6 PPG allowed), thriving at home (12-5). Both teams play at a moderate pace, but Atlanta’s defensive prowess and home crowd could keep it close, especially if Howard returns. Vegas’ depth and Wilson’s brilliance, however, give them the edge.
Best Bets
- Las Vegas Aces -1.5 – The Aces’ 11-game win streak and Wilson’s dominance make them a solid pick to cover, even on the road against a tough Dream squad.
- Under 162.5 Total Points – Atlanta’s elite defense and the low-scoring nature of their prior meetings (146 and 159 points) suggest a game that could stay under.
- A’ja Wilson Over 22.5 Points – Wilson’s cleared this mark in 18 of her last 20 games and averaged 28 points against Atlanta this season.
Final Score Prediction
Las Vegas Aces 82 – Atlanta Dream 78
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