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Becky Hammon ejected as Aces lose to Dream 97-82

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:43 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Becky Hammon ejected as Aces lose to Dream 97-82

Summary

Becky Hammon was ejected late in the second quarter during a matchup between the Las Vegas Aces and Atlanta Dream, which the Aces lost 97-82. A’ja Wilson led the Aces with 27 points and 14 rebounds, while Jackie Young contributed 24 points. Hammon's ejection stemmed from her frustration over officiating inconsistencies, as explained by Young postgame. The incident highlighted ongoing issues with officiating across the WNBA.

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By the Numbers

•Aces fall 97-82 to Dream in recent matchup.
•Becky Hammon ejected after a missed call drew her ire.
•A’ja Wilson scored 27 points and grabbed 14 rebounds.
•Jackie Young noted frustrations with officiating consistency.
•Hammon's ejection occurred late in the second quarter.

Latest Updates

11:43 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Rightfully so’ – Jackie Young reveals why Becky Hammon was so furious during ejection

What they're saying

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Jackie Young didn’t hold back after Becky Hammon’s explosive ejection, claiming that the NBA officials were in the wrong. The Las Vegas Aces hit a rough patch on the floor, dropping a 97-82 matchup to the Atlanta Dream.
— Yahoo Sports

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