Lynx hold off Aces for victory in competitive matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Minnesota Lynx secured a 98-87 victory against the Las Vegas Aces on August 8, 2026, in Minneapolis. The game saw the Aces struggle with turnovers, committing 16, which the Lynx converted into 22 points. Despite A'ja Wilson's efforts on her birthday, where she scored 16 points, Minnesota's strategy to contain her proved effective. The Lynx shot 49% from the field, with Olivia Miles leading the way with 26 points. The Aces, concluding a five-game road trip, will face the New York Liberty on Sunday morning.
- •The Aces committed 16 turnovers, leading to 22 points for the Lynx.
- •Olivia Miles led the Lynx with 26 points.
- •A'ja Wilson scored 16 points but faced heavy defensive pressure.
- •Minnesota made 15 three-pointers, including a halfcourt buzzer beater.
- •The Aces' next game is on August 9 against the New York Liberty.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Turnovers, fatigue hurt Aces in road loss to the Lynx
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