Las Vegas Aces Secure 2025 WNBA Championship in Four-Game Sweep
The Las Vegas Aces completed a decisive four-game sweep of the Phoenix Mercury on Friday night, sealing their status as one of the most dominant dynasties in recent WNBA history. With a hard-fought 11-point victory, the Aces secured their third title in four seasons, riding the hot hand of A’ja Wilson and the steady clutch play of Chelsea Gray to close out the series.
Top Performers Lead the Charge
A’ja Wilson once again showcased why she is among the league’s most relentless postseason forces. She poured in 31 points, added nine rebounds, and contributed four assists, steering Las Vegas through a tense finale. Wilson’s leadership on both ends of the floor set the tone in the early stretches and helped counter Phoenix’s late surge.
Chelsea Gray supplied a critical scoring burst in the fourth quarter, finishing with 18 points, four rebounds, and four assists. Her ability to hit timely shots kept the Mercury at bay as the Aces held them off down the stretch. Jackie Young was another standout, delivering 18 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists in a well-rounded performance that underscored Las Vegas’s depth and balance this postseason.
Mercury Fight Back, Aces Hold Firm
Phoenix did not go quietly. Even after Satou Sabally was sidelined by a concussion and Alyssa Thomas absorbed a shoulder injury late in the first half, the Mercury rallied to trim what had looked like a looming blowout. Thomas, in particular, delivered a triple-double late in the game with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, showing the star power that has fueled Phoenix’s bid for an upset, even as the deficit remained out of reach.
New coaching dynamics and in-game adjustments surfaced as Phoenix pushed to extend the series. Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts was ejected in the third quarter for a reaction that reflected the high-takes nature of a team fighting for a historic comeback. Yet Las Vegas answered with composure, maintaining a steady offensive rhythm and defensive pressure that prevented the Mercury from reclaiming momentum in the waning minutes.
What This Means for Aces’ Legacy
With this title, Las Vegas cements a recent era of sustained excellence. The Aces have now won three championships in four seasons, a run that places them among the WNBA’s most successful franchises of the modern era. The combination of Wilson’s MVP-caliber performances, Gray’s playoff clutch, and a roster that features versatile contributors like Young has proven difficult to nullify in best-of-five formats.
From a broader perspective, this sweep underscores the Aces’ adaptability. They have shown they can win at home and on the road, in tight games and in blowouts, and against a Mercury squad that refused to bow out quietly. The title also reaffirms Las Vegas as a destination franchise capable of building championship-caliber teams through smart player development and strategic roster decisions.
Looking Ahead
For the Aces, this championship celebration marks not only a return to the pinnacle but also a chance to reflect on the continuity they’ve built. For opponents across the league, it sets a clear standard: volume scoring, defensive versatility, and explosive late-game execution are the blueprint for staying competitive in a crowded title race. As the 2025 season fades into memory, the Aces’ victory lap will be remembered as a defining moment for a franchise that continues to redefine success in the WNBA.
