The Las Vegas Aces secured their place in history as they became the first team in over two decades to win consecutive WNBA championships. They achieved this remarkable feat by holding off the New York Liberty with a narrow 70-69 victory in Game 4 of the Finals.
A’ja Wilson, who was named the Most Valuable Player of the Finals, played a crucial role in the Aces’ triumph, contributing an impressive 24 points and 16 rebounds. The Aces had to claw their way back from a 12-point deficit to secure their championship win.
Despite the early absence of key starters Chelsea Gray and Kiah Stokes due to injuries, the Aces displayed resilience. They overcame an initial eight turnovers in the first quarter and managed to outscore the New York Liberty 23-12 in the third quarter, propelling them to victory.
New York had high hopes of extending their first Finals campaign in 21 years. Guard Courtney Vandersloot led the charge with 19 points, but the Liberty’s error-filled second half proved costly.
A nail-biting finish saw a clutch jump shot from Sabrina Ionescu bring the Liberty within one point. However, their last-ditch efforts to snatch victory fell short.
The “superteams” showdown between Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty had generated immense interest among fans throughout the best-of-five series. Both teams had been on a collision course to the Finals, and the highly anticipated matchup didn’t disappoint.
After their hard-fought victory, the Las Vegas Aces celebrated not only their back-to-back championships but also the journey that led them to this historic achievement. Aces guard Kelsey Plum summed up their incredible accomplishment by highlighting the years of dedication and hard work that went into building a “super team.”
The Las Vegas Aces’ remarkable victory and their status as back-to-back champions will undoubtedly be remembered as a significant moment in WNBA history.
