Aces Struggle as Liberty Take Commanding Lead in WNBA Semifinals

Las Vegas faces a daunting challenge after falling 0-2 to New York, with their star guards failing to deliver impactful performances.

The Las Vegas Aces are down 0-2 against the New York Liberty in the WNBA semifinals after losses in Brooklyn.
Aces' guards Kelsey Plum, Chelsea Gray, and Jackie Young have underperformed, impacting the team's overall play.
Coach Becky Hammon highlighted the lack of edge and focus, attributing part of the Aces' struggles to distractions from their celebrity status.
Hammon compared the Liberty's resilience to the 2014 NBA champion Spurs, noting their drive and discipline following a tough loss.
Sabrina Ionescu has been a standout performer for the Liberty, averaging 22.5 points and leading her team to the brink of the Finals.