Aces Defeat Sparks in WNBA Showdown
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Las Vegas Aces 79, Los Angeles Sparks 69, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Las Vegas Aces vs Los Angeles Sparks?
Las Vegas Aces beat Los Angeles Sparks 79-69 at crypto.com Arena on June 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Las Vegas Aces vs Los Angeles Sparks?
Las Vegas Aces were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
The Las Vegas Aces secured a decisive victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, winning 79-69 at the crypto.com Arena. This game marked the fourth meeting of the season between the two teams, with Las Vegas now leading the series 3-1. The Aces have shown strong form recently, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and a current winning streak of one. They averaged 90.6 points scored and allowed 88.0 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Sparks have a record of 4-5 in their last nine games, averaging 89.6 points scored and 88.5 points allowed, but they have lost their last game, snapping a brief winning streak.
Las Vegas entered the game with a solid away record of 5-2, while Los Angeles has struggled at home with a 2-3 record. The Aces had previously defeated the Sparks 105-78 in their last encounter on May 10, 2026, and this latest win further emphasized their dominance in the matchup.
In terms of injuries, the Sparks were missing Aaliyah Nye due to non-injury-related reasons, while the Aces were without Ta'Niya Latson due to a coach's decision and NaLyssa Smith, who is out with a leg injury. The absence of these players could have impacted the dynamics of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Aces favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 176.5. The odds reflected the Aces' stronger performance this season, as they have consistently outperformed the Sparks in their recent meetings.
The game conditions at the crypto.com Arena were typical for a WNBA matchup, with fans on hand to support their teams. Viewers were treated to a competitive game, with notable scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including Rae Burrell making critical free throws and A'ja Wilson contributing with a running layup. Chelsea Gray also made a significant impact with a three-point jumper that helped secure the Aces' lead.
Overall, the Aces demonstrated their strength and resilience throughout the game, effectively managing their lead and capitalizing on the Sparks' struggles. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also solidifies their position in the ongoing season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LV -7.5 | 176.5 o -105 / u -115 | Las Vegas Aces -285 · Los Angeles Sparks +230 |
Injury report
- Aaliyah NyeOutNot Injury RelatedLos Angeles Sparks
- Ta'Niya LatsonOutCoach's DecisionLas Vegas Aces
- NaLyssa SmithOutLegLas Vegas Aces
Leaders
- PointsRae Burrell22Los Angeles Sparks
- AssistsCameron Brink3Los Angeles Sparks
- ReboundsNneka Ogwumike12Los Angeles Sparks
- PointsA'ja Wilson25Las Vegas Aces
- AssistsChelsea Gray11Las Vegas Aces
- ReboundsA'ja Wilson15Las Vegas Aces
Recent form
Los Angeles Sparks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L189.6 scored · 88.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L81-84at Connecticut SunMay 30
- W92-87at Washington MysticsMay 29
- W101-95at Las Vegas AcesMay 24
- W97-88at Phoenix MercuryMay 22
- L96-106vs Toronto TempoMay 17
- W99-95vs Toronto TempoMay 16
- L78-87vs Indiana FeverMay 14
- L78-105vs Las Vegas AcesMay 10
- W85-75at Portland FireMay 3
- W89-63vs NIGERIAApr 25
Las Vegas Aces
Last 10: 6-4Streak W190.6 scored · 88 allowed per game5-2 away
- W91-81at Golden State ValkyriesMay 31
- L87-95at Dallas WingsMay 29
- L95-101vs Los Angeles SparksMay 24
- W85-84at Atlanta DreamMay 17
- W101-94at Connecticut SunMay 15
- W98-69at Connecticut SunMay 14
- W105-78at Los Angeles SparksMay 10
- L66-99vs Phoenix MercuryMay 9
- L84-101at Dallas WingsMay 3
- W94-78vs JAPANApr 27
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Las Vegas Aces | Los Angeles Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-69 | 20-65 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 31 |
| Three-pointers | 8-24 | 6-23 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 26 |
| Free throws | 9-16 | 23-27 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 30 |
| Assists | 24 | 13 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 8 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 23 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 89 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter45-38Jackie Young makes 1-foot layup (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter48-38Stephanie Talbot makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter49-38NaLyssa Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter49-39Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter49-40Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter49-42Nneka Ogwumike makes running layup (Ariel Atkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter50-42A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter51-42A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter53-42A'ja Wilson makes running layup (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-42A'ja Wilson makes running layup (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-42Jackie Young makes 16-foot jumper (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-44Cameron Brink makes layup (Chance Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-45Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter57-46Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter57-48Ariel Atkins makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Ta'Niya Latson assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-48Kierstan Bell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-49Rae Burrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-49Jackie Young makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter62-50Cameron Brink makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-51Cameron Brink makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-51Jackie Young makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter66-51Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes 4-foot layup (Jackie Young assists)
- 4th Quarter66-53Cameron Brink makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter67-53A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter67-56Cameron Brink makes 22-foot three point jumper (Erica Wheeler assists)
- 4th Quarter69-56Chelsea Gray makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter71-56Chelsea Gray makes 11-foot jumper (A'ja Wilson assists)
- 4th Quarter71-57Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-58Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-58Chance Gray makes driving layup (Rae Burrell assists)
- 4th Quarter71-59Chance Gray makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter71-61Rae Burrell makes running layup
- 4th Quarter71-62Rae Burrell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter73-62A'ja Wilson makes running layup (Jackie Young assists)
- 4th Quarter74-62A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter74-63Rae Burrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-64Rae Burrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-64Chelsea Gray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jackie Young assists)
- 4th Quarter77-67Erica Wheeler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nneka Ogwumike assists)
- 4th Quarter79-67NaLyssa Smith makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Chelsea Gray assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Sparks, below favours Las Vegas Aces.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance11178
- OfficialsMaj Forsberg, Blanca Burns, Kelsey Reynolds
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