The Las Vegas Aces and the Seattle Storm are set for a thrilling conclusion in Round 1 of the WNBA Playoffs 2025. With the best-of-three series tied 1-1, all eyes are on the deciding Game 3 at the Michelob Ultra Arena, Las Vegas, USA.
Match Details
- Date: Friday, 19 September 2025
- Time: 7:00 AM IST
- Competition: WNBA Playoffs, Round 1 – Best of 3
- Venue: Michelob Ultra Arena, Las Vegas, USA
- Series Status: Tied 1-1
Las Vegas Aces vs Seattle Storm – Player Stats
Key Performers
- A’ja Wilson (Aces):
Game 1 – 29 points, dominant presence.
Game 2 – Struggled, held to only 3 attempts from the field. - Jackie Young (Aces):
Game 1 – 18 points, 7 assists, 4 steals.
Continues to be the Aces’ all-round spark. - Skylar Diggins-Smith (Storm):
Game 2 – 26 points, 7 assists, 4 three-pointers.
Her leadership brought the Storm back into the series. - Nneka Ogwumike (Storm):
Game 2 – 24 points, 10 rebounds, big double-double. - Jewell Loyd (Aces, ex-Storm):
Game 1 – 14 points, added balance in the backcourt.
Las Vegas Aces vs Seattle Storm – Game Stats
| Game | Winner | Score | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Las Vegas Aces | 102-77 | Aces dominated, shot 51% FG, 48% 3PT |
| Game 2 | Seattle Storm | 86-83 | Storm comeback, 23-8 run in last 7 mins |
Las Vegas Aces vs Seattle Storm History
- First met in 2005, this rivalry has grown into one of the WNBA most exciting matchups.
- The Aces have consistently been strong contenders, while the Storm have historically been a dynasty team.
Las Vegas Aces vs Seattle Storm Head-to-Head
- Overall (since 2005):
- Las Vegas Aces – 46 Wins
- Seattle Storm – 44 Wins
- 2025 Regular Season Meetings:
- Aces won 3 out of 4 games.
- Storm Game 2 win was their first playoff victory vs Aces since August 2022.
This proves just how close and unpredictable this rivalry has become.
Las Vegas Aces vs Seattle Storm Standings
- Las Vegas Aces (#2 Seed):
Entered playoffs on a 17-game winning streak, which included Game 1 win. Storm ended that streak in Game 2. - Seattle Storm (#7 Seed):
Entered as underdogs but showed fighting spirit. Their Game 2 upset win has made this series one of the most exciting in the first round.
The decider in Las Vegas is more than just a playoff game – it’s a battle of experience, star power, and momentum. With Wilson and Young carrying the Aces’ hopes and Diggins and Ogwumike leading the Storm charge, fans can expect a high-intensity showdown.
The winner moves on to the WNBA Semifinals, while the loser season comes to an end.
