Las Vegas Aces took a lead of 2-0 in the finals play-off of the WNBA after a second home victory versus Connecticut Sun. Thus, they are just a win from winning the trophy.
Las Vegas Aces won the second finals play-off of the WNBA versus Connecticut Sun by 85-71 (23-15, 22-22, 23-17, 17-17).
The hosts did not lose the initiative from the very beginning of the match and secured an 8 points lead after the first quarter. During the second quarter, they even tried to extend their lead, but finally, Connecticut Sun did not allow it.
The third quarter was again under the control of Las Vegas Aces and finished with 14 points advantage for them, which was enough to secure the victory.
The most valuable player for Las Vegas Aces was Aja Wilson with 26 pts and 10 rebs. Chelsea Gray made 21 pts, 3 rebs, and 8 asts, while Kelsey Plum ended the match with 20 pts, 3 rebs, and 7 asts.
For Connecticut Sun the most effective was Courtney Williams with 18 pts, 2 rebs, and 5 asts. Jonquel Jones and Alyssa Thomas added 16 pts and 13 pts, respectively, but this was not enough for the team to reach the victory.
The third match is on September 16 at Mohegan Sun Arena (Montville).
