Wings vs Aces predictions
If you’re looking for bright spots on the Dallas Wings roster, Paige Bueckers has been the name to watch all season. With an average of 17.6 points per game, there’s no reason to believe she’ll slow down against the Las Vegas Aces. Given Vegas's solid home defense, Paige might be forced to get creative with her shot selection, but her ability to distribute—racking up over six assists per game—should keep Dallas’s offense flowing. And while Myisha Hines-Allen has been reliable on the glass, her knee status is worth keeping an eye on; if she suits up, expect her to fight for boards and do the dirty work inside, even if she’s not at 100 percent.
Shifting the focus over to the Las Vegas Aces, it’s impossible to ignore what A’ja Wilson brings to the table. She’s essentially the heartbeat of the team, putting up just under 21 points and nearly 10 rebounds each night, all while battling her own day-to-day injury status. The fact that she’s registering four assists as a center only speaks to her versatility—if she’s active and looking healthy, expect the Aces to run their offense through her, both in the paint and on the perimeter. And then there’s Jackie Young, fresh off a massive 34-point showing, which means she’s riding high on confidence. Don’t be surprised if she continues to take a few extra shots, especially if Dallas focuses too heavily on Wilson.
When it comes to picking a winner here, everything seems to tip in favor of the Las Vegas Aces. They’ve proven themselves at home and have more ways to put points on the board, even if they’re dealing with a few minor injuries. Dallas just hasn’t been able to string together enough consistent offense or defense to pull off many wins, especially on the road. So if you’re placing bets or just picking sides for some friendly trash talk, leaning towards the Aces to come out on top seems like the safe, but still exciting, move. What are your predictions for this matchup—can Dallas pull off the shock, or will Vegas just be too much to handle at the Michelob ULTRA Arena?
