Aces pull away from Sun for 101-78 victory at home

The Las Vegas Aces secured a 101-78 victory over the Connecticut Sun on August 20, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena. Jackie Young led the Aces with 24 points, seven rebounds, and five assists, helping the team pull away after a 61-52 lead at the end of the third quarter. Initially a close contest, the Aces capitalized on the Sun's turnovers to expand their lead in the final minutes. A’ja Wilson contributed 20 points, moving closer to 1,000 in-season points for the second time in her career. The game marked the final visit for the Sun before their move to Houston next year.

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