The Las Vegas Aces managed to stave off elimination in the WNBA semifinals with a convincing 95-81 victory over the New York Liberty in Game 3 of their best-of-five series. The Aces, who were facing a 0-2 deficit, delivered a stellar performance led by Jackie Young's 24 points, Kelsey Plum's 20 points, and A'ja Wilson's 19 points and 14 rebounds. The defending champions showcased a dominant defense that effectively shut down Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu until the fourth quarter.
Coach Becky Hammon praised her team's complete game, highlighting it as the most impressive performance of the season. The victory not only kept Las Vegas' three-peat hopes alive but also marked their 12th consecutive home playoff win, setting a new WNBA record.
