Aces dominate Storm 114-77 in first game back after break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 1:03 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Las Vegas Aces decisively defeated the Seattle Storm 114-77 on September 17, marking a strong return to the WNBA after the World Cup break. Jackie Young led the Aces with a career-high 35 points, helping the team improve to 28-13 as they push toward the playoffs. Their performance highlighted both offensive prowess and championship experience, crucial as playoff positioning becomes more competitive. Other results from around the league included Washington beating Chicago 110-80 and Dallas overcoming Los Angeles 97-77.
- •Aces scored 114 points, dominating the Storm after the break.
- •Jackie Young set a career-high with 35 points.
- •Las Vegas improves to 28-13 with the win.
- •Several teams are still vying for playoff positions.
- •Other results included Washington 110, Chicago 80; Dallas 97, Los Angeles 77.
- 1:03 PMYahoo Sports — Aces send scary message to WNBA with 114-77 blowout in first game back
"The WNBA returned Thursday night after its World Cup break, and Las Vegas immediately reminded the rest of the league why nobody will want to see the Aces in the postseason.
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