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A'ja Wilson leads Aces past Sparks in playoff-clinching victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 4:13 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

A'ja Wilson leads Aces past Sparks in playoff-clinching victory

Summary

A'ja Wilson scored 18 points and secured 10 rebounds as the Aces defeated the Sparks 89-79 in Las Vegas on Tuesday night. The win earns the Aces at least a No. 3 seed in the upcoming playoffs, extending their current winning streak to six games. Chelsea Gray contributed 17 points, while both Stephanie Talbot and Jackie Young added 14 points each. The Aces built an early lead and maintained control despite challenges from Los Angeles. The Sparks' Nneka Ogwumike led her team with 17 points in her final home game before retirement. The Aces will play their last regular season game against Phoenix on Thursday.

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By the Numbers

•Aces improve to 30-13 with win over Sparks.
•Las Vegas leads the game early and maintains control throughout.
•Chelsea Gray, Stephanie Talbot, and Jackie Young also contribute significantly.
•Sparks' Ogwumike honored in her last home game before retirement.
•Aces face Phoenix in regular season finale on Thursday.

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4:13 AMYahoo Sports — A'ja Wilson powers the Aces past the Sparks, clinching at least a No. 3 seed

What they're saying

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Four-time MVP A'ja Wilson scored 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead the Aces to an 89-79 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday night and clinch at least a No. 3 playoff seed for Las Vegas. The Aces (30-13), on a six-game winning streak, will get home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs, which begin Sunday. Chelsea Gray scored 17 points of for the Aces, Stephanie Talbot had 14 points and Jackie Young totaled 14 points and 11 assists.
— Yahoo Sportsby MARK ANDERSON

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