Aces, Valkyries Clash in Tight Western Conference Matchup at Chase Center
SAN FRANCISCO — Tipoff is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET and will air nationally on NBA TV, as well as locally on Vegas 34, KPIX+, and KMAX 31.
The Aces (15-14) enter the game slightly ahead in the standings but have been inconsistent in recent outings. Despite boasting a talented roster led by A’ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray, the defending champions have struggled to find the same dominance that carried them to back-to-back titles. With a -46 scoring differential and having dropped key games this summer, Las Vegas is still trying to string together consistent performances.
Wilson remains a force, averaging 21.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 2.3 blocks, and 1.7 steals per game, while Gray continues to distribute efficiently with 4.6 assists per game. Jewell Loyd’s sharp shooting from deep (2.1 made threes per game) gives the Aces another offensive weapon, but the team continues to be out-rebounded by opponents.
Golden State (14-14), meanwhile, is looking to even its record and continue its climb up the standings. The expansion Valkyries, playing in their inaugural WNBA season, have turned heads with gritty defense and an improving offensive rhythm. They rank second in the league in fewest points allowed (78.5 per game) and are second in rebounding at 36.3 boards per contest.
Point guard Veronica Burton leads the charge, averaging 10.8 points and 5.2 assists per game while also chipping in 1.1 steals. Temi Fagbenle anchors the post with 5.3 rebounds per game and a solid interior presence on both ends.
The Valkyries come into Wednesday’s matchup off a 78-74 win over the Los Angeles Sparks, while the Aces are trying to rebound from a narrow 86-83 loss to the Minnesota Lynx. The last time these two teams met, Las Vegas escaped with a close win setting up a competitive rematch.
With playoff positioning on the line and both teams hovering near .500, expect a hard-fought battle between two squads with something to prove.
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Jacobo Garrido is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a focus on multimedia and broadcast reporting. During his time at CSULB, he worked as a field reporter for Dig en Español magazine, covering topics impacting the Latino community in Long Beach and surrounding areas. He also reported and produced campus news content, gaining hands-on experience in writing, editing, and on-camera storytelling. After graduating, Jacobo served as the national news correspondent for L28 News for over three years, where he wrote, shot, and edited weekly news segments covering major stories across the country. His experience spans live sports coverage, community profiles, and digital-first storytelling, with a passion for sharing stories that reflect and connect with diverse audiences.