In a thrilling Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals, the Las Vegas Aces defeated the New York Liberty 95-81 to stave off elimination. Led by Jackie Young’s 24 points, the Aces went on a 16-point run in the third quarter to take control of the game. This victory marked the Aces’ 12th consecutive home playoff win, breaking a WNBA record.
The Liberty still lead the series 2-1 and will have another chance to close out the Aces in Game 4. If the Aces manage to win that game, a decisive Game 5 will be played in New York. New York had previously won all three regular-season meetings and the first two games of this series against Las Vegas.
Key players for the Aces included Kelsey Plum with 20 points, A’ja Wilson with 19 points and 14 rebounds, and Tiffany Hayes with 11 points. Despite a slow start, the Aces dominated the second half with strong shooting, ultimately securing the win.
Notable attendees at the game included Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic, Hall of Famer Sheryl Swoopes, and Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The Aces played without Kiah Stokes, who suffered a concussion in Game 3.
The exciting matchup between the Aces and Liberty provided fans with a back-and-forth battle, featuring multiple lead changes and ties. The Aces’ impressive performance in Game 3 sets the stage for an intense Game 4 as they continue their fight in the WNBA semifinals.
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