Aces vs Sun predictions
A’ja Wilson is coming off an electric 29-point performance and it’s tough to see her slowing down anytime soon. With her averaging over 22 points and nearly 10 rebounds per game, Wilson looks poised to leave her mark on the Connecticut Sun once again. Chelsea Gray has quietly been the engine behind the Aces' offense, dishing out more than 4 assists a night, and her ability to control the tempo could really open up looks for teammates and keep Connecticut’s defense scrambling. If Wilson and Gray are clicking, you have to wonder if the Aces might just run up the score at Mohegan Sun Arena.
On the other end, Connecticut is really feeling the absence of Marina Mabrey, who’s been sidelined with a knee issue. She’s not only their top scorer, but also their go-to playmaker, which leaves a lot of pressure on Olivia Nelson-Ododa to anchor the paint and crash the boards. Expect her to be aggressive on the glass, hoping to kickstart some fast breaks, but it’s going to be a challenge against Wilson’s presence inside. With the Sun’s other options mostly unproven, look for the supporting cast to get opportunities they might not be fully ready for—sometimes that leads to surprises, but it also makes consistency tough to find.
With Wilson on fire and the Aces holding a 2-0 edge in the season series, it seems like Las Vegas has the momentum, experience, and raw talent advantage coming into this matchup. Sure, Connecticut fans can hope for a breakout night at home, but unless someone steps up big in Mabrey’s place, it’s hard not to side with the Aces to nab another win on the road. What about you—think the Sun can pull off the upset, or will Vegas keep the streak alive?
