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Las Vegas Aces Edge Seattle Storm 75-70 in WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Opener

The victory gives Las Vegas an early lead in the Western Conference race for the Cup’s $500,000 prize.

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Las Vegas Aces guard Tiffany Mitchell , left, has her shot blocked by Seattle Storm forward Ezi Magbegor, right, during the second quarter of a WNBA basketball game Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Seattle. (Jennifer Buchanan/The Seattle Times via AP)
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Overview

  • Las Vegas avenged a 102-82 setback from their previous meeting by topping Seattle 75-70 in the Commissioner’s Cup opener on June 1.
  • Both teams were shorthanded as the Aces played without Megan Gustafson (leg) and Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (personal) while the Storm lost Katie Lou Samuelson for the season (knee) and listed Alysha Clark as questionable (ankle).
  • Seattle’s tournament start faltered after back-to-back losses to Minnesota and Atlanta left the Storm vulnerable in today’s opener.
  • The Commissioner’s Cup contributes to regular-season standings and awards $500,000 in bonuses to the winning conference champion.
  • Las Vegas, Cup champions in 2022 and runners-up in 2024, demonstrated depth and veteran leadership to seize control of the Western Conference race.