The Las Vegas Aces roll into Wintrust Arena on Monday night to face the Chicago Sky in a 7:00 PM EDT showdown, airing on Vegas 34 and NBA TV. Tickets start as low as $29, giving Chicago fans a chance to catch this high-energy clash. The Aces, boasting a 24-14 record, are 10.5-point road favorites with an over/under of 162.5 points, riding a 10-game win streak after a 91-81 victory over Washington. The Sky, at 9-27, are fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive but face a tough test against the two-time defending champs. This is their first meeting of the season, and it’s set to be a battle.
Position-by-Position Breakdown
Point Guard – Chelsea Gray, the Aces’ “Point Gawd,” orchestrates the offense with 6.3 assists and 8.4 points, coming off a seven-assist game. Dana Evans runs the Sky with 6.1 assists and 8.7 points, but she’ll need to navigate Vegas’ defensive pressure.
Shooting Guard – Kelsey Plum brings scoring punch for Las Vegas, averaging 17.6 points and hitting 38.1% from three. Chennedy Carter counters for Chicago with 17.2 points, a dynamic scorer who can erupt for 20-plus on any night.
Small Forward – Jackie Young gives the Aces versatility, averaging 16.4 points and 4.6 assists, fresh off a 12-point performance. Angel Reese, questionable with a back injury, is Chicago’s rebounding machine with 12.1 points and a league-leading 13.1 rebounds.
Power Forward – Alysha Clark provides Las Vegas with defensive grit and timely shooting, averaging 6.2 points. Kamilla Cardoso anchors the Sky with 9.8 points and 7.9 rebounds, a rising star who’ll battle in the paint.
Center – A’ja Wilson, the Aces’ MVP candidate, dominates with 23.2 points and 10.2 rebounds, leading the league in win shares. Elizabeth Williams rounds out Chicago’s frontcourt with 8.2 points and 6.8 rebounds, tasked with slowing Wilson.
Game Outlook
The Aces are on fire, winning 12 of their last 13 games and ranking seventh in offense (82.6 PPG) and eighth in defense (82.0 PPG allowed). Their 10-game win streak is the league’s longest, fueled by Wilson’s league-leading 789 points and 346 rebounds. The Sky, struggling at 9-27, rank 10th in offense (79.8 PPG) but third in rebounding (35.9 RPG), though they’ve lost eight of their last 10. Chicago’s fast pace (fifth in the league) could push the tempo, but Las Vegas’ depth and star power, especially Wilson’s dominance, should overwhelm a Sky team missing key veteran Courtney Vandersloot (ACL injury). If Reese plays, Chicago’s rebounding edge could keep it close early, but the Aces’ momentum is tough to stop.
Best Bets
- Las Vegas Aces -10.5 – The Aces’ 10-game win streak and Wilson’s brilliance make them a strong pick to cover against a slumping Sky squad.
- Over 162.5 Total Points – Chicago’s fast pace and Vegas’ efficient offense suggest a game that could clear this total, especially if Reese plays.
- A’ja Wilson Over 22.5 Points – Wilson’s cleared this mark in 18 of her last 20 games and should feast against Chicago’s ninth-ranked defense.
Final Score Prediction
Las Vegas Aces 88 – Chicago Sky 76
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