Aces Dominate Sky in WNBA Showdown
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · T-Mobile Arena
Las Vegas Aces 92, Chicago Sky 61, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chicago Sky vs Las Vegas Aces?
Las Vegas Aces beat Chicago Sky 92-61 at T-Mobile Arena on September 9, 2025.
The Las Vegas Aces showcased their dominance in the WNBA with a decisive victory over the Chicago Sky, winning 92-61 at the T-Mobile Arena. This match marked the Aces' continued strong performance, as they have now swept the season series against the Sky, finishing with a 3-0 record in their meetings this year.
The Aces entered the game on a remarkable ten-game winning streak, boasting a perfect home record of 6-0 in their last ten games. During this stretch, they averaged 86.0 points while allowing just 76.3 points per game. Their recent form included a previous victory against the Sky just two days prior, where they won 80-66. In contrast, the Sky have struggled significantly, holding a record of just 10-33 for the season and losing their last two games, including the recent matchup against the Aces.
Home court advantage has been a significant factor for the Aces, who have maintained an impressive overall home record of 29-14. The Sky, on the other hand, have faced challenges on the road, with a dismal away record of 1-4 in their last five games. Their average scoring during this period was 75.8 points, while they allowed 80.6 points per game, highlighting their defensive struggles.
In terms of previous meetings, the Aces have been consistently successful against the Sky, winning five of their last six encounters. The most recent games have seen the Aces outscore the Sky by significant margins, including their earlier matchups this season where they won by 14 and 5 points, respectively.
Injury concerns were notable for both teams heading into this game. The Aces were without Ta'Niya Latson due to a coach's decision and NaLyssa Smith, who was out with a leg injury. The Sky faced even more significant challenges, missing key players Skylar Diggins (knee), DiJonai Carrington (foot), and Rickea Jackson (knee), which undoubtedly impacted their performance.
The betting market reflected the Aces' strong position, with a final home win probability of 1.0, indicating they were heavily favored to win. Conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-scoring game, and the Aces capitalized on this, particularly in the second half where they outscored the Sky significantly.
As the game unfolded, the Aces displayed their offensive prowess, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Key moments included Megan Gustafson's three-point jumper and Kia Nurse's two-point shot, which helped to extend their lead. The Aces' ability to maintain pressure and control the game was evident, as they consistently found ways to score, while the Sky struggled to keep pace.
Overall, this game underscored the Aces' strength as they prepare for the playoffs, while the Sky will need to regroup and address their ongoing challenges if they hope to improve in future matchups.
Injury report
- Ta'Niya LatsonOutCoach's DecisionLas Vegas Aces
- NaLyssa SmithOutLegLas Vegas Aces
- Skylar DigginsOutKneeChicago Sky
- DiJonai CarringtonOutFootChicago Sky
- Rickea JacksonOutKneeChicago Sky
Leaders
- PointsJackie Young15Las Vegas Aces
- AssistsJackie Young7Las Vegas Aces
- ReboundsChelsea Gray6Las Vegas Aces
- PointsKamilla Cardoso13Chicago Sky
- AssistsKamilla Cardoso3Chicago Sky
- ReboundsKamilla Cardoso13Chicago Sky
Recent form
Las Vegas Aces
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1086 scored · 76.3 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W80-66vs Chicago SkySep 8
- W97-87vs Minnesota LynxSep 5
- W81-75at Atlanta DreamAug 27
- W79-74at Chicago SkyAug 26
- W91-81at Washington MysticsAug 23
- W83-61vs Phoenix MercuryAug 22
- W74-72vs Atlanta DreamAug 20
- W106-87vs Dallas WingsAug 17
- W86-83at Phoenix MercuryAug 16
- W83-77vs New York LibertyAug 14
Chicago Sky
Last 10: 2-8Streak L277.5 scored · 84.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- L66-80at Las Vegas AcesSep 8
- L77-97at Indiana FeverSep 5
- W88-64vs Connecticut SunSep 4
- L69-79at Seattle StormAug 31
- L79-83at Phoenix MercuryAug 29
- L74-79vs Las Vegas AcesAug 26
- L84-94vs Connecticut SunAug 23
- W91-85at New York LibertyAug 21
- L88-94vs Seattle StormAug 20
- L59-90vs Golden State ValkyriesAug 15
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago Sky | Las Vegas Aces |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-58 | 34-62 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 4-22 | 15-29 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 52 |
| Free throws | 19-20 | 9-12 |
| Free throw % | 95 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 12 | 26 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 26 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 35 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter38-48Jackie Young makes driving layup (Aaliyah Nye assists)
- 3rd Quarter38-51Jewell Loyd makes 26-foot three point shot (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter38-54Jewell Loyd makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter38-57Jackie Young makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot (A'ja Wilson assists)
- 3rd Quarter40-57Kia Nurse makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Sevgi Uzun assists)
- 3rd Quarter40-58Jackie Young makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter41-58Michaela Onyenwere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter42-58Michaela Onyenwere makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter42-60Jackie Young makes 8-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter42-61A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter42-62A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter42-64Jackie Young makes two point shot (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-64Maddy Westbeld makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter44-64Maddy Westbeld makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter44-66A'ja Wilson makes 14-foot jumper (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter45-66Kia Nurse makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter46-66Kia Nurse makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter47-66Kamilla Cardoso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter48-66Kamilla Cardoso makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter48-67Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter48-68Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter49-68Maddy Westbeld makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter50-68Maddy Westbeld makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter50-70Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes layup (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter52-70Michaela Onyenwere makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter52-72Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes 17-foot jumper (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter52-74NaLyssa Smith makes 6-foot two point shot (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter52-77Dana Evans makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter52-80Dana Evans makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter55-80Kia Nurse makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rachel Banham assists)
- 4th Quarter55-83Jewell Loyd makes 22-foot three point jumper (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter55-85NaLyssa Smith makes 4-foot layup (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter55-88Megan Gustafson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter57-88Kia Nurse makes two point shot (Maddy Westbeld assists)
- 4th Quarter57-90Dana Evans makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter57-92Megan Gustafson makes layup (Jewell Loyd assists)
- 4th Quarter58-92Rachel Banham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter59-92Rachel Banham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter60-92Rachel Banham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter61-92Rachel Banham makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Las Vegas Aces, below favours Chicago Sky.
Venue
- T-Mobile ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance15640
- OfficialsTim Greene, Marcy Williams, Randy Richardson
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