In the Commissioner's Cup matchup, Rickea Jackson scored a record-breaking 30 points, propelling the Sparks to a victory over Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Goes Down Despite Wilson's Heroics, Sparks Take the Win
In a heated Commissioner's Cup matchup between the Las Vegas Aces and the LA Sparks, Rickea Jackson shone brilliantly, scoring a career-high 30 points to lead the Sparks to a 97-89 victory.
The game took a dramatic turn when star center A'ja Wilson, a key player for the Aces, had to exit the game due to an injury, roughly 1 minute and 17 seconds into the third quarter. The incident unfolded during a drive to the basket by teammate Dearica Hamby, where Wilson seemed to receive an accidental elbow to the face.
Jackson capitalized on the situation, showcasing her skills by making 11 out of 17 shots from the field, including four of eight three-pointers, and hitting four out of five free throws to surpass her previous career-best of 25 points against Dallas last season.
Dearica Hamby chipped in with 19 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists for the victorious Sparks. Kelsey Plum, another standout player, added 13 points and nine assists, against her former team. As for the Aces, Jackie Young scored a career-high 34 points, and Chelsea Gray contributed 28 points despite missing out on Wilson's support.
Wilson, before her departure, had managed to secure 13 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and four blocks. Her absence was clearly felt as the Aces struggled defensively, ultimately leading to their second consecutive loss.
Wilson's injury has placed her in the concussion protocol, causing her to miss the game against the Dallas Wings and leaving her questionable for the upcoming game against the Phoenix Mercury. Her return is contingent upon being medically cleared[3][4].
During the second quarter, Young single-handedly scored 14 straight points for the Aces. In the first half, Hamby, Stevens, and Jackson all managed to score in double figures, helping the Sparks build a comfortable 50-41 lead.
The Sparks Fail to Contain Wilson, Aces in Kelsey Plum's Return to Las Vegas
Azura Stevens Knocks Down a Career-High Number of Threes in Sparks' Victory over Wings
- Despite A'ja Wilson's injury and her absence, the LA Sparks managed to secure a win against the Los Angeles Aces in California, with Azura Stevens knocking down a career-high number of threes in the match.
- In the same California game, Rickea Jackson capitalized on Wilson's departure, showcasing her skills in basketball, particularly in three-pointer shots, contributing significantly to the Sparks' victory.
- The WNBA spotlight in California saw the LA Sparks not only triumph over the LA Aces but also over the Dallas Wings, with Jackson's and Stevens' impressive performances in basketball, including scoring and three-point shooting, making the games memorable.
