Overview

• The Las Vegas Aces have acquired 24-year-old forward NaLyssa Smith from the Dallas Wings in exchange for their 2027 first-round draft pick.
• Smith is averaging career lows of 6.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 19.1 minutes per game through 18 outings this season.
• This move marks Smith’s second trade in six months after she was part of a major four-team deal in February.
• Dallas secures a valuable future asset as it shifts toward long-term roster building following recent draft choices.
• A former Baylor standout, Smith was the No. 2 overall pick in 2022, won a 2019 national title, earned the 2021 Wade Trophy and made the WNBA All-Rookie first team.