Aces Defeat Fire 98-83 in WNBA Matchup
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Michelob ULTRA Arena
Las Vegas Aces 98, Portland Fire 83, 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 Portland Fire vs Las Vegas Aces?
Las Vegas Aces beat Portland Fire 98-83 at Michelob ULTRA Arena on July 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Portland Fire vs Las Vegas Aces?
Las Vegas Aces were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -690 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive WNBA matchup, the Las Vegas Aces triumphed over the Portland Fire with a final score of 98-83. This victory marks the Aces' continued dominance in the series, as they have now won all three meetings against the Fire this season, with previous victories on July 10 (88-80) and June 12 (105-89). The Aces, boasting a strong home record of 19-8, showcased their offensive prowess throughout the game, particularly in the fourth quarter.
The Aces entered this game with a mixed recent form, having a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they were on a one-game losing streak following a narrow loss to the Washington Mystics (99-100) just days prior. Despite this setback, the Aces averaged 93.4 points scored and 88.0 points allowed per game in their last ten outings. Their home performance has been solid, with a 3-2 record in their last five home games.
On the other hand, the Portland Fire struggled with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, currently on a two-game losing streak. Their recent form has seen them average 90.6 points scored and 94.9 points allowed. The Fire's away record stands at 3-5 in their last eight games, indicating challenges on the road.
In terms of injuries, the Aces were without Ta'Niya Latson due to a coach's decision and NaLyssa Smith, who was out with a leg injury. The Fire faced a more extensive injury list, missing Carla Leite and Frieda Buhner for non-injury-related reasons, as well as Luisa Geiselsoder for personal matters and Sarah Ashlee Barker and Sania Feagin due to knee injuries. These absences undoubtedly impacted the Fire's performance against a strong Aces team.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Aces favored by 11.5 points, with a total set at 176.5. The moneyline odds reflected a significant expectation of a Las Vegas victory, with the Aces at -690 and the Fire at +477.
The game was played at the Michelob ULTRA Arena, where the Aces have consistently performed well. The conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and the Aces capitalized on this, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they maintained control and extended their lead.
Key moments in the fourth quarter included free throws from Jackie Young and Teja Oblak, as well as a driving layup from Nyadiew Puoch. The Aces' ability to convert crucial scoring plays helped them secure the win, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and depth.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Aces' strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while the Fire will need to regroup and address their injury challenges moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LV -11.5 | 176.5 o -116 / u -104 | Portland Fire +477 · Las Vegas Aces -690 |
Injury report
- Ta'Niya LatsonOutCoach's DecisionLas Vegas Aces
- NaLyssa SmithOutLegLas Vegas Aces
- Carla LeiteOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Frieda BuhnerOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Luisa GeiselsoderOutPersonalPortland Fire
- Sarah Ashlee BarkerOutKneePortland Fire
- Sania FeaginOutKneePortland Fire
Leaders
- PointsA'ja Wilson28Las Vegas Aces
- AssistsChelsea Gray7Las Vegas Aces
- ReboundsA'ja Wilson14Las Vegas Aces
- PointsMegan DiLeo20Portland Fire
- AssistsBridget Carleton4Portland Fire
- ReboundsEmily Engstler10Portland Fire
Recent form
Las Vegas Aces
Last 10: 6-4Streak L193.4 scored · 88 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L99-100at Washington MysticsJul 22
- W109-83at Toronto TempoJul 21
- L75-109vs Indiana FeverJul 13
- W106-58vs Phoenix MercuryJul 11
- W88-80at Portland FireJul 10
- L68-84vs Indiana FeverJul 5
- W98-90vs Chicago SkyJul 4
- L85-93at New York LibertyJun 30
- W107-99at Chicago SkyJun 28
- W99-84vs Dallas WingsJun 26
Portland Fire
Last 10: 3-7Streak L290.6 scored · 94.9 allowed per game3-5 away
- L97-101vs Dallas WingsJul 23
- L93-101at Minnesota LynxJul 19
- W75-56at Washington MysticsJul 16
- L87-90at Connecticut SunJul 14
- W102-92at Atlanta DreamJul 11
- L80-88vs Las Vegas AcesJul 10
- W77-72at Seattle StormJul 5
- L123-124at Washington MysticsJun 28
- L94-124at Chicago SkyJun 26
- L78-101at Chicago SkyJun 25
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 | Portland Fire | Las Vegas Aces |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-68 | 33-57 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 9-31 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 41 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 23-26 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 2 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 18 | 21 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 44 |
| Fouls | 23 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter58-66Jackie Young makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter58-67A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter58-68A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter58-70A'ja Wilson makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter59-70Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter60-70Serah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter60-72Dana Evans makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter60-75Jewell Loyd makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 3rd Quarter62-75Megan DiLeo makes 7-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter62-76Jewell Loyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-77Jewell Loyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-77Carla Leite makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter64-79Chelsea Gray makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter66-79Emily Engstler makes running layup
- 4th Quarter66-80A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter66-81A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter66-82Chelsea Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter66-83Chelsea Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter67-83Bridget Carleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-83Bridget Carleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-83Frieda Buhner makes 26-foot running jump shot (Bridget Carleton assists)
- 4th Quarter71-85A'ja Wilson makes driving layup (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 4th Quarter71-86A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter72-86Frieda Buhner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter73-86Frieda Buhner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter73-87Jackie Young makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter73-88Jackie Young makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter73-89A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-89Bridget Carleton makes 28-foot three point jumper (Teja Oblak assists)
- 4th Quarter76-90A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-91A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-93Jackie Young makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter76-94Jackie Young makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter77-94Teja Oblak makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-94Teja Oblak makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter80-94Nyadiew Puoch makes driving layup (Frieda Buhner assists)
- 4th Quarter82-94Serah Williams makes 4-foot layup (Holly Winterburn assists)
- 4th Quarter82-96Stephanie Talbot makes 19-foot jumper (Jewell Loyd assists)
- 4th Quarter82-98Ta'Niya Latson makes running layup (Jewell Loyd assists)
- 4th Quarter83-98Nyadiew Puoch makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Las Vegas Aces, below favours Portland Fire.
Venue
- Michelob ULTRA ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance10240
- OfficialsRoy Gulbeyan, Teresa Stuck, Blanca Burns
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