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Aces Outlast Sky 98-90 in Overtime

The victory, the franchise's 500th, highlighted Las Vegas's depth with A'ja Wilson out for a second straight game.

Overview

  • Las Vegas defeated Chicago 98-90 in overtime on Friday, led by NaLyssa Smith's efficient 29 points and eight rebounds on 11-of-14 shooting.
  • Chelsea Gray hit two clutch jumpers late in overtime, finished with 18 points and six assists, and a successful coach's challenge erased a Sky basket with 1:08 to play.
  • The Aces scored a 10-0 run in overtime to pull away and got supporting scoring from Jewell Loyd and Jackie Young, who combined for 35 points.
  • Chicago rallied late in the fourth on a 12-0 run to take its first lead but could not close, with Skylar Diggins scoring 19 and turnovers and a minutes restriction for Courtney Vandersloot hurting the final possessions.
  • The win moved Las Vegas to 15-5, underscored the team's ability to rely on role players when stars are sidelined, and sets up the Aces to host Indiana next while Wilson's availability is monitored.