Dallas Wings vs. Las Vegas Aces: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 19, 2024

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Sep 19, 2024 8:12 AM
The Dallas Wings, struggling to find their footing with an 8-game losing streak, travel to the Michelob ULTRA Arena to face the Las Vegas Aces on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 10:00 PM. The Aces, led by their impressive 26-13 overall record and 12-7 home record, look to further solidify their Western Conference standing. Can the Wings break their slump against a strong Aces team that has dominated their regular season series 2-1?
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Wings vs Aces statistics

Stat Wings Aces
Streak L8 W4
Last Ten Games 2-8 8-2
Points Per Game 84.2 86.1
Rebounds Per Game 34.8 34.0
Assists Per Game 20.5 20.5
Blocks Per Game 4.0 4.9
Steals Per Game 7.1 7.0
Field Goal % 44.4 44.8
Three Point % 32.3 35.4
Points Against 92.0 80.8

Las Vegas Aces recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/17/24 @ Seattle Storm W 85-72
9/15/24 vs Connecticut Sun W 84-71
9/13/24 @ Indiana Fever W 78-74
9/11/24 @ Indiana Fever W 86-75
9/8/24 @ New York Liberty L 75-71

Dallas Wings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/15/24 @ Indiana Fever L 110-109
9/13/24 vs Seattle Storm L 83-81
9/12/24 vs New York Liberty L 99-67
9/10/24 vs New York Liberty L 105-91
9/8/24 @ Chicago Sky L 92-77

Wings vs Aces predictions

So, the Dallas Wings are set to square off against the Las Vegas Aces, and all eyes will likely be on Arike Ogunbowale. Without a doubt, Ogunbowale has been a standout this season, averaging a cool 22.2 points per game. Not just scoring, her game-making ability has also shined through with an impressive 5.1 assists per game. With the Wings desperate to snap their eight-game losing streak, Ogunbowale's performance could be key. However, it's worth noting that Teaira McCowan, a strong rebounding force for the Wings, will be sidelined due to injury, which might shift more responsibility onto the shoulders of other players stepping up in the paint.

Switching over to the Las Vegas Aces, A'ja Wilson has been nothing short of spectacular, racking up 26.9 points and nearly 12 rebounds per game. Her status is a bit uncertain though, as she's listed day-to-day. If Wilson hits the court, her presence could be a game-changer, literally. Also, keep an eye on Jackie Young, whose assist numbers have been pretty solid. Like Wilson, Young's playing situation is also tagged as day-to-day. Their participation could dramatically influence the game's dynamics and certainly the scoring distribution for the Aces.

Given the current trajectories of both teams and considering the impact of player availabilities, predicting a winner leans a bit toward the Las Vegas Aces, especially if Wilson and Young are good to go. The Aces' stronger overall record and home-court advantage at the Michelob ULTRA Arena further tilt the scales in their favor. Meanwhile, the Wings will really need to dig deep and execute flawlessly if they hope to upset and put a stop to their slide. It's set to be an intriguing matchup, but the odds seem to favor Las Vegas pulling off another win. What do you think? Could Dallas pull off an upset, or will Las Vegas continue their dominant run?

Las Vegas Aces injuries

  • Chelsea Gray (G): Day-To-Day
  • Kelsey Plum (G): Day-To-Day
  • Jackie Young (G): Day-To-Day
  • A'ja Wilson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Kierstan Bell (G): Day-To-Day

Dallas Wings injuries

  • Stephanie Soares (C): Out
  • Teaira McCowan (C): Out

Wings vs Aces game info

Venue Michelob ULTRA Arena
Location Las Vegas, NV
Tip-off Thu 10:00 PM

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