A'ja Wilson scored 36 points to lead the Las Vegas Aces to a 94-83 Game 3 victory over the Indiana Fever, eliminating Caitlin Clark's team in the first round of the WNBA playoffs.
Key facts
- A'ja Wilson scored 36 points and added 10 rebounds in the Aces' win.
- Las Vegas won Game 3 94-83 to advance.
- Caitlin Clark finished with 18 points for the Fever.
- The Aces have won three of the past four WNBA titles.
- Las Vegas will face the winner of the Golden State-Dallas series.
A’ja Wilson delivered a dominant performance Thursday night, scoring 36 points to lead the defending champion Las Vegas Aces to a 94-83 victory over the Indiana Fever in the deciding Game 3 of their first-round WNBA playoff series, according to the Guardian.
The four-time WNBA MVP also grabbed 10 rebounds, anchoring the Aces on both ends as they closed out the series and ended Indiana’s postseason run.
The third-seeded Aces, who have won three of the past four WNBA titles, continue their pursuit of a fourth championship in five years. The win moves Las Vegas on to the next round of the playoffs.
Caitlin Clark finished with 18 points for the Fever in the deciding game, but it was not enough to overcome Wilson and the Aces.
Las Vegas will next play the winner of the Golden State-Dallas series, which was set to be decided Friday night in San Francisco, according to the Guardian.
Why it matters
The Aces, who have won three of the past four WNBA titles, advance in their pursuit of a fourth championship in five years behind A'ja Wilson. The result ends the postseason for Caitlin Clark and the Fever.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of the Aces-Fever game?
The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Indiana Fever 94-83 in the deciding Game 3.
How many points did A'ja Wilson score?
A'ja Wilson scored 36 points and added 10 rebounds in the victory.
Who do the Aces play next?
The Aces will face the winner of the Golden State-Dallas series, which was to be decided Friday night in San Francisco.