Lynx vs. Aces 100-86

The recent matchup between the Lynx and Aces resulted in a decisive victory for the Lynx, with a final score of 100-86. This game was highly anticipated, as both teams are considered top contenders in the league. The Lynx came out strong from the beginning, displaying excellent teamwork and communication on both ends of the court.

One of the key factors in the Lynx's victory was their dominant performance on defense. They were able to effectively shut down the Aces' offense, forcing turnovers and limiting their scoring opportunities. Additionally, the Lynx's offensive execution was impeccable, with players moving the ball well and finding open shots consistently throughout the game.

Las Vegas (5-5) lost for the third straight game — for its worst 10-game start to a season since 2018.

Alysha Clark, Megan Gustafson and Kelsey Plum each made two 3-pointers in the first quarter as Las Vegas built a 31-29 lead. But the Aces only scored 29 combined points over the next two quarters to trail 78-60 entering the fourth.

Minnesota's 20-point, fourth-quarter lead was trimmed to 86-74 with 4:39 remaining but the Aces didn't make their next field goal until the 1:46 mark.

Nneka Ogwumike scored a season-high 26 points against her former team, Jewell Loyd added 21 points and Seattle beat Los Angeles.

Seattle has won seven of its last eight games, with the lone loss coming against Minnesota on Sunday.

Seattle scored on four straight possessions down the stretch to seal it. Skylar Diggins-Smith drove into the lane and passed it out to Ogwumike for a corner 3-pointer to make it 79-70. Diggins-Smith added a 3-pointer on Seattle’s next possession for a 12-point lead. Ogwumike capped the 8-0 run.

Alysha Clark, Megan Gustafson and Kelsey Plum each made two 3-pointers in the first quarter as Las Vegas built a 31-29 lead. But the Aces only scored 29 combined points over the next two quarters to trail 78-60 entering the fourth.

Minnesota’s 20-point, fourth-quarter lead was trimmed to 86-74 with 4:39 remaining but the Aces didn’t make their next field goal until the 1:46 mark.

The Aces put up a good fight, but ultimately could not match the intensity and skill level of the Lynx. Despite some impressive individual performances from players on both teams, it was clear that the Lynx were in control for most of the game.

In conclusion, this matchup between the Lynx and Aces showcased why they are two of the top teams in the league. The Lynx's strong defensive play and efficient offense proved to be too much for the Aces to handle. It will be interesting to see how these two teams continue to perform as they progress through their respective seasons.

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Sarah H

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