A'ja Wilson and Justine Pissott lead Aces past Mercury 106-58
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:42 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
On July 12, the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Phoenix Mercury 106-58, marking the largest margin of victory in franchise history. A'ja Wilson scored 21 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, while rookie Justine Pissott made her debut with 19 points, setting a WNBA record for debut scoring in a quarter with 19 points in the fourth. The Aces took control early, leading 29-9 after the first quarter and expanding their advantage to 37 points by halftime. The Mercury, who have now lost three consecutive games, struggled offensively, with Monique Akoa Makani leading the team with 13 points. Las Vegas (17-6) will face the Indiana Fever next, and Phoenix (8-16) will play against the Minnesota Lynx on Monday.
- •A'ja Wilson scored 21 points and had 15 rebounds.
- •Justine Pissott set a WNBA debut record with 19 fourth-quarter points.
- •The Aces led 29-9 after the first quarter.
- •Las Vegas outrebounded Phoenix 47-29.
- •The Mercury have lost three straight games.
- 5:42 AMYahoo Sports — Justine Pissott's Debut, A'ja Wilson Power Aces Past Mercury 106-58
"A'ja Wilson and rookie Justine Pissott led the Las Vegas Aces to a franchise-record 106-58 rout of the Phoenix Mercury, tied for third-largest in WNBA history.
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