Las Vegas Aces center A’ja Wilson scored 38 points, grabbed 16 rebounds, and blocked four shots on Sept. 27, 2026, leading her team to a 102-85 victory over the Indiana Fever in Game 1 of their WNBA playoff series in Las Vegas. The third-seeded Aces secured the win behind Wilson’s career postseason-tying scoring night, while the sixth-seeded Fever face a must-win Game 2 on their home court.
Wilson and Aces Dominate Game 1 in Las Vegas
A’ja Wilson shot 15 of 19 from the field and notched 22 points by halftime, anchoring a dominant offensive performance for the defending champions. Earlier on Sept. 27, the Associated Press named Wilson WNBA Player of the Year for an unprecedented third season. Aces coach Becky Hammon noted that Wilson fully understands the stakes of postseason play.
The Aces jumped out to a 62-47 halftime lead and extended their advantage to as many as 27 points in the second half. Point guard Chelsea Gray contributed 14 points and eight assists, passing Courtney Vandersloot for second place in WNBA playoff history with 397 career assists. Jackie Young added 21 points and 10 assists for Las Vegas.
Fever Struggles and Defensive Lapses
Indiana head coach Stephanie White pointed to 28 points surrendered off 17 turnovers as a critical factor in the loss. Guard Caitlin Clark gave her team an “F” for its defensive performance and described the offense as sloppy after finishing with 15 points and 10 assists. Aliyah Boston led the Fever with 18 points and eight rebounds despite playing through a lower leg injury, while Kelsey Mitchell added 12 points on 4-of-16 shooting.
Upcoming Schedule for Game 2
The series shifts to Indiana for Game 2 on Tuesday night. A victory for the Fever would force a decisive Game 3 back in Las Vegas, while a win by the Aces would eliminate Indiana and advance the defending champions to the WNBA semifinals.
Playoff Series Frequently Asked Questions
When is Game 2 between the Aces and the Fever?
Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday night on the Indiana Fever’s home court.
What was A’ja Wilson’s stat line in Game 1?
Wilson recorded 38 points, 16 rebounds, and four blocked shots while shooting 15 of 19 from the field.
How many career playoff assists does Chelsea Gray have?
Chelsea Gray reached 397 career playoff assists during Game 1, passing Courtney Vandersloot for second place in league history.
What happens if the Fever lose Game 2?
A loss in Game 2 would eliminate the Fever and send the Las Vegas Aces to the WNBA semifinals.
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