Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young scored 21 of her game-high 32 points in a record-breaking third quarter to lead her team to a 91-78 victory over the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. The win gave the Aces a 2-0 series lead at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Paradise, Nevada. Las Vegas now sits just two victories away from capturing its third WNBA championship in four seasons, with the series shifting to the Mortgage Matchup Center in downtown Phoenix for Game 3.
Historic Shooting Display Powers Las Vegas
Young set a WNBA Finals record for most points in a single quarter during her explosive third-period performance. The former first overall pick admitted she did not realize the scale of her scoring output while simply trying to play aggressively and execute the right way. Teammate A’ja Wilson added 28 points and 14 rebounds in the win, coming off her fourth MVP award last month. Wilson and Young combined for 60 points, marking the second-highest scoring duo performance in WNBA Finals history, trailing only Jewell Loyd and Breanna Stewart’s 65-point output for the Seattle Storm in 2020, as reported by ESPN.
Defensive Effort and Supporting Cast
Aces guard Chelsea Gray nearly recorded a triple-double in Game 2, contributing 10 points, 10 assists, 8 rebounds, 3 steals, and 3 blocks. On the opposing side, Kahleah Copper led the Phoenix Mercury with 23 points. The Mercury struggled to contain the inside-outside pressure generated by Wilson and Young, particularly during the decisive third-quarter surge that allowed Las Vegas to pull away after a competitive Game 1.
Did you know? A’ja Wilson secured her record-breaking fourth WNBA Most Valuable Player award just last month, solidifying her status as one of the most dominant players in league history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score of Game 2 of the WNBA Finals?
The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Phoenix Mercury 91-78.
Who led the scoring for the Las Vegas Aces in Game 2?
Jackie Young led all scorers with 32 points, including a record-breaking 21 points in the third quarter, while A’ja Wilson added 28 points.
Where is Game 3 of the WNBA Finals scheduled to take place?
Game 3 shifts to the Mortgage Matchup Center in downtown Phoenix.
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