Last night, the Las Vegas Aces faced off against the Chicago Sky in a thrilling game that caught the attention of several NBA stars, including Trae Young. The Aces secured a narrow 77-75 victory, with A’ja Wilson delivering a remarkable game-winning shot.
After a closely contested game that went back and forth, the Aces emerged victorious in the final moments. Wilson’s last-second layup secured the win for Las Vegas with just 1.1 seconds remaining on the clock.
Wilson had an impressive stat line of 20 points, 18 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Angel Reese also contributed with a double-double of 20 rebounds and 11 points. Despite their efforts, the Sky fell short of a win.
NBA star Trae Young reacted to Wilson’s game-winner on Instagram, expressing his excitement with the comment, “This game was littt!”
Even Isaiah Thomas of the Phoenix Suns joined in on the reaction, acknowledging the intensity of the game with his comment, “This game was going down.”
Chicago’s Chennedy Carter led in points with 25, but Wilson and Kelsey Plum’s efforts secured the win for the Aces, turning what seemed like an overtime game into a victory.
Plum’s crucial screen allowed Wilson to make the game-winning shot, showcasing the team effort that led to their success.
LeBron James of the Lakers also recognized Wilson’s performance, applauding her game-winning layup and showing his support for her with a tweet.
The Aces now hold a record of 18-11, while the Sky’s record stands at 11-18 for the season. As the WNBA regular season nears its end, the Aces will aim to maintain their momentum and pursue a third consecutive championship title in the playoffs.
