A’ja Wilson scores 34 points as Aces defeat Storm in Commissioner’s Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
A’ja Wilson led the Las Vegas Aces to a 101-91 victory over the Seattle Storm on June 8, 2026. Wilson achieved a near triple-double with 34 points, 12 rebounds, and 9 assists while also reaching 6,000 career points, becoming the youngest player in WNBA history to do so. The Aces improved to 8-3 for the season and secured their third straight Commissioner’s Cup victory. Despite some defensive lapses, the Aces maintained control, responding to a brief challenge from the Storm. Jackie Young contributed significantly with 29 points, while NaLyssa Smith added 16 points and 9 rebounds. The Storm had four players score in double figures, led by Dominique Malonga's 19 points.
- •A’ja Wilson scores 34 points and reaches 6,000 career points.
- •Aces improve to 8-3 with third straight Commissioner’s Cup win.
- •Jackie Young adds 29 points for the Aces.
- •Seattle Storm has four players in double figures, led by Malonga with 19 points.
- •Game held at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas.
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Wilson hits 6,000 career points, leads Aces over Storm
"LAS VEGAS – To the surprise of absolutely nobody, A’ja Wilson is the story.
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