Aces vs Storm predictions
A'ja Wilson has been absolutely on fire for the Aces lately, coming off that jaw-dropping 35-point performance. Honestly, with the way she’s playing, it’s hard not to expect another big night from her—maybe not 35 again, but something north of 25 seems totally doable, especially since she’s been racking up both rebounds and assists as well. She’s basically the heartbeat of this Las Vegas team, and I’d look for her to keep pushing the tempo on both ends of the court. If the Storm start doubling up on her, expect Wilson to showcase her playmaking too, possibly padding those assist numbers. Keep an eye on her late in the game, because this Aces squad loves to feed her during crunch time.
On the other side, the Seattle Storm have a duo that’s been quietly stacking up impressive stat lines, especially with Skylar Diggins handling the ball. Diggins has been the engine behind Seattle’s offense—she’s likely to put in another robust performance with points and assists galore, especially since the Storm seem to trust her with making plays when it matters most. And you can’t overlook Nneka Ogwumike, who’s been money on the glass all season. If she controls the boards and gives Seattle those crucial second-chance opportunities, she can easily swing momentum their way. Expect both to step up, especially with the energy that always fills Climate Pledge Arena when these two teams meet.
With the way both teams are playing, this matchup definitely feels like one of those that could go down to the wire. The Storm have been tough at home and clearly know how to make the most of their crowd, but the Aces’ firepower—led by Wilson—might be just too much for Seattle to contain for four quarters. If Vegas’ supporting cast finds its rhythm, I think the Aces edge this one out, but don’t be surprised if it’s a nail-biter all the way. Sometimes, it just comes down to who makes the last big play.
