The Las Vegas Aces play the Phoenix Mercury tonight in a WNBA game that starts at 9 p.m. CT on USA Network, with A'ja Wilson once again carrying the load for Las Vegas. The Aces enter at 10-4 and are looking to keep momentum after winning six of their last seven games.
For fans trying to watch live, the game is available on USA Network, and DIRECTV offers a free trial for online viewing while Sling has an affordable monthly subscription. That makes the matchup easy to find, especially with the Aces and Mercury both offering something worth watching right now.
Wilson leads the Las Vegas Aces in points and rebounds, averaging 25 points and nine rebounds per game, which is the kind of production that can steady a team even after a rough night. Las Vegas is coming off a 96-66 loss against the Dallas Wings, a result that stands out because it interrupted a strong run and showed how quickly the margin can swing.
The Phoenix Mercury arrive at 4-11 and have lost three consecutive games, including a 111-102 loss against the Los Angeles Sparks. Kahleah Copper leads the Mercury offense with 18 points per game, but the record line tells the bigger story: the Aces enter with more form, more balance and a clear edge in the standings.
That contrast is why tonight matters. The Aces are trying to put the Dallas loss behind them, the Mercury are trying to stop their slide, and the next confirmed moment is the opening tip at 9 p.m. CT. By then, the shape of both teams will be a little clearer.
