Aces Dominate Storm in WNBA Showdown
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Michelob ULTRA Arena
Las Vegas Aces 102, Seattle Storm 77, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Seattle Storm vs Las Vegas Aces?
Las Vegas Aces beat Seattle Storm 102-77 at Michelob ULTRA Arena on September 14, 2025.
The Las Vegas Aces delivered a commanding performance against the Seattle Storm, winning decisively with a final score of 102-77. This victory not only showcased the Aces' dominance on their home court at the Michelob ULTRA Arena but also marked an important moment in a closely contested series, which is now tied at 2-2.
The Aces entered the game with an impressive home record of 30-14, riding a remarkable ten-game winning streak, during which they averaged 88.6 points per game while allowing just 73.9. Their recent form has been particularly strong, with their last five games yielding an average score of 90.6 points, further emphasizing their offensive prowess. In contrast, the Storm, with a record of 23-21, had a mixed performance recently, winning six of their last ten games and averaging 83.7 points while allowing 80.6. The Storm's latest game was a narrow victory over the Golden State Valkyries, winning 74-73, but they have struggled against stronger opponents.
In terms of home and away performance, the Aces have been formidable at home, boasting a perfect 6-0 record in their last six home games. The Storm, however, have had a less consistent away record, standing at 4-1 in their last five away games, which indicates some resilience but also highlights their vulnerability against top-tier teams.
Historically, the Aces have had the upper hand in recent matchups against the Storm, winning seven of the last ten encounters. Their previous meetings in the current season included a close win for the Aces on August 9, where they edged out the Storm 90-86, and a loss earlier in the season on June 21, where the Storm triumphed 90-83. This latest game further solidified the Aces' dominance in the head-to-head series.
Injury concerns played a role in the matchup, with the Aces missing Ta'Niya Latson due to a coach's decision and NaLyssa Smith sidelined with a leg injury. The Storm were also affected, missing Natisha Hiedeman due to a shoulder issue and Awa Fam for non-injury-related reasons. These absences may have impacted the Storm's ability to compete effectively against a fully operational Aces squad.
The betting market reflected the Aces' strong position, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of victory from bookmakers. This aligns with the Aces' recent form and their performance in the game, where they consistently outplayed the Storm.
Conditions during the game were favorable for both teams, allowing for a high-paced contest that showcased the Aces' offensive capabilities. The Aces' scoring was highlighted by several key plays, including Dana Evans' impressive 26-foot three-point step back jumpshot and Zia Cooke's contributions, which included both two-point shots and free throws in the fourth quarter.
Overall, the Aces' ability to maintain control throughout the game, coupled with their strong home advantage, proved decisive in this matchup against the Storm. The final score of 102-77 not only reflects the Aces' dominance but also sets the stage for the remainder of the series as both teams look to capitalize on their strengths moving forward.
Injury report
- Ta'Niya LatsonOutCoach's DecisionLas Vegas Aces
- NaLyssa SmithOutLegLas Vegas Aces
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
Leaders
- PointsA'ja Wilson29Las Vegas Aces
- AssistsJackie Young7Las Vegas Aces
- ReboundsNaLyssa Smith9Las Vegas Aces
- PointsGabby Williams16Seattle Storm
- AssistsNneka Ogwumike3Seattle Storm
- ReboundsDominique Malonga11Seattle Storm
Recent form
Las Vegas Aces
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1088.6 scored · 73.9 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W103-75at Los Angeles SparksSep 12
- W92-61vs Chicago SkySep 10
- 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
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 6-4Streak W183.7 scored · 80.6 allowed per game4-1 away
- W74-73vs Golden State ValkyriesSep 10
- L76-84vs New York LibertySep 6
- L85-91vs Los Angeles SparksSep 2
- W79-69vs Chicago SkyAug 31
- W93-79at Minnesota LynxAug 29
- L75-95at Indiana FeverAug 26
- W84-82at Washington MysticsAug 24
- W95-60at Dallas WingsAug 22
- W94-88at Chicago SkyAug 20
- L82-85vs Phoenix MercuryAug 17
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 | Seattle Storm | Las Vegas Aces |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-71 | 36-71 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 14-29 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 48 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 15 | 23 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter41-63A'ja Wilson makes 5-foot two point shot (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-63Nneka Ogwumike makes 4-foot layup (Gabby Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-66Dana Evans makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jackie Young assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-69Jackie Young makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot (Dana Evans assists)
- 3rd Quarter44-69Skylar Diggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter44-70A'ja Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter44-71A'ja Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter47-71Dominique Malonga makes 26-foot three point jumper (Skylar Diggins assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-73Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter49-73Gabby Williams makes 5-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter49-76Jackie Young makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dana Evans assists)
- 3rd Quarter52-76Skylar Diggins makes 23-foot three point shot (Ezi Magbegor assists)
- 4th Quarter54-76Dominique Malonga makes 3-foot layup (Erica Wheeler assists)
- 4th Quarter54-79Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter54-81Cheyenne Parker-Tyus makes two point shot (Jewell Loyd assists)
- 4th Quarter54-82Chelsea Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter54-83Chelsea Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter54-84Jewell Loyd makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter56-84Erica Wheeler makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter56-85NaLyssa Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter56-86NaLyssa Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter56-87NaLyssa Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter58-87Ezi Magbegor makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter58-90Jewell Loyd makes 23-foot three point jumper (Chelsea Gray assists)
- 4th Quarter60-90Tiffany Mitchell makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter60-92A'ja Wilson makes driving layup (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter62-92Tiffany Mitchell makes 22-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter62-94A'ja Wilson makes 10-foot jumper (Dana Evans assists)
- 4th Quarter65-94Lexie Brown makes 25-foot three pointer (Tiffany Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter65-96Dana Evans makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter68-96Dominique Malonga makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tiffany Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter69-96Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-96Dominique Malonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-99Dana Evans makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter72-99Zia Cooke makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter72-102Kierstan Bell makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter73-102Zia Cooke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-102Tiffany Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-102Tiffany Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-102Lexie Brown makes two point shot (Zia Cooke assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Las Vegas Aces, below favours Seattle Storm.
Venue
- Michelob ULTRA ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance10407
- OfficialsFatou Cissoko-Stephens, Tim Greene, Ryan Sassano, Agon Abazi
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