The Dallas Wings took on the Las Vegas at Purcell Pavilion on Friday to open the WNBA 2025 preseason games. Wings fans finally saw Paige Bueckers play for the team that made her the No. 1 pick in this year’s draft. Chris Koclanes squared off in his debut as first-time head coach against the multi-titled Becky Hammon.
The Wings, with only three holdovers from last season’s roster, surprised the Aces. They went toe-to-toe with A’ja Wilson’s team and took a 25-23 advantage after one quarter.
The Aces opened the second quarter with a 15-2 blast behind Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young and rookie Aaliyah Nye. Las Vegas kept up the defensive pressure to stifle Dallas to 3-for-17 shooting. The 31-11 dominance pushed the Aces to a 55-36 halftime lead.
Dallas Wings vs Las Vegas Aces player stats and box score
Dallas Wings player stats and box score
Las Vegas Aces player stats and box score
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Edited by Michael Macasero