New York Liberty edges Las Vegas Aces in Commissioner's Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces 93-85 in the Commissioner's Cup final on June 30, 2026, at Barclays Center, Brooklyn. The Aces, without star A’ja Wilson due to an ankle injury, put up a strong fight led by Jackie Young's 31 points. Despite falling behind by 14 points at halftime, the Aces rallied but were unable to secure the win. Breanna Stewart earned MVP honors for her double-double with 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Sabrina Ionescu contributed 26 total points, including crucial shots in the fourth quarter.
- •Las Vegas Aces played without A’ja Wilson due to an ankle injury.
- •Jackie Young scored 31 points for the Aces in the final.
- •New York Liberty led 51-37 at halftime.
- •Breanna Stewart was named MVP with 25 points and 11 rebounds.
- •Sabrina Ionescu scored 26 points, including key fourth-quarter shots.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — A'ja-less Aces come up short in Commissioner's Cup final
"The task was always going to be tall for the Las Vegas Aces without four-time MVP A’ja Wilson in the fold.
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