Dream hand Aces second straight defeat with 97-82 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:45 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Las Vegas Aces 97-82 on August 18, 2026, at Michelob ULTRA Arena. After a close first quarter where the Aces led 25-24, they struggled defensively, allowing the Dream to shoot 53% from the field and build a lead. Aces head coach Becky Hammon was ejected in the second quarter, compounding the team’s challenges. Rhyne Howard led the Dream with 23 points, while A’ja Wilson recorded a double-double with 27 points and 14 rebounds. The loss moves the Aces to fourth in the league standings, impacting their playoff positioning.
- •Aces lead 25-24 after the first quarter.
- •Dream shoot 53% from the field and lead 43-31 at halftime.
- •Rhyne Howard scores 23 points for the Dream.
- •A’ja Wilson scores 27 points and grabs 14 rebounds for the Aces.
- •Aces drop to fourth place in the league standings.
- 4:45 AMYahoo Sports — Aces defensive frailties exposed by Dream in second straight defeat
"LAS VEGAS – Tuesday night at the raucous Michelob ULTRA Arena started fairly well for the Aces.
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