Las Vegas Aces vs Dallas Wings Match Player Stats

The las vegas aces vs dallas wings match player stats from their June 2026 meeting tell a much more interesting story than the 99-84 final score alone. Las Vegas defeated Dallas at Michelob ULTRA Arena after building an early lead, surviving a third-quarter push from the Wings, and then closing the game with a strong fourth quarter. A’ja Wilson led all scorers with 32 points, while Jackie Young added 20 and Chelsea Gray controlled the offense with 9 assists. For Dallas, Paige Bueckers scored 25 points and Jessica Shepard produced 22 points and 14 rebounds, but the Wings could not overcome their 2-for-21 shooting from three-point range or their 24-35 disadvantage on the glass.

The result was especially significant because Dallas had already won the first two meetings of the season series. The Wings entered the matchup with a chance to complete a sweep, but Las Vegas responded with one of its most efficient offensive performances of the series. The Aces shot 53% from the field and 44% from three, creating a clear contrast with Dallas’ 49% overall shooting and just 10% accuracy from beyond the arc.

The official WNBA game record lists the contest at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas and records the final score as Dallas 84, Las Vegas 99. (WNBA)

Las Vegas Aces vs Dallas Wings Match Player Stats

The clearest way to understand this game is to separate individual production from team efficiency. Dallas had several excellent individual performances, especially from Bueckers and Shepard, but Las Vegas received more balanced production from its core rotation.

Game Overview

Category	Dallas Wings	Las Vegas Aces
Final Score	84	99
Field Goals	34-70	32-60
Field Goal %	49%	53%
Three-Pointers	2-21	8-18
Three-Point %	10%	44%
Free Throws	14-16	27-33
Free Throw %	88%	82%
Rebounds	24	35
Assists	18	20
Turnovers	12	15
Steals	7	5
Blocks	2	2

The most important statistical difference was not simply field-goal percentage. Dallas actually made more field goals, 34 compared with 32, because the Wings took 70 attempts.

The Aces, however, needed only 60 attempts to score 99 points.

That difference highlights the importance of shot value and free throws. Las Vegas converted eight three-pointers compared with only two for Dallas and also attempted 33 free throws compared with 16 for the Wings.

That combination gave the Aces a major scoring advantage even though Dallas had some success inside the arc.

A’ja Wilson Leads Las Vegas With 32 Points

A’ja Wilson was the central figure in the game.

She finished with:

• 32 points
• 9 rebounds
• 12-for-21 shooting
• 8-for-11 from the free-throw line

Wilson’s 32 points represented the highest individual scoring total of the game. The official WNBA recap also identifies her as the game’s leading scorer. (WNBA)

What stands out is that Wilson did not need an unusually high number of attempts to reach 32 points. She made 12 of 21 field-goal attempts, which gave her a field-goal percentage of approximately 57%.

Her free-throw production added another important layer.

Wilson converted eight of 11 free throws, allowing her scoring total to rise without requiring more field-goal attempts. Against a Dallas defense that had already beaten Las Vegas twice earlier in the season, that efficiency was critical.

Her nine rebounds also helped the Aces control the overall possession battle.

Wilson’s performance was not just a scoring display. It combined interior finishing, efficient shooting and rebounding presence. That combination made it difficult for Dallas to solve the Aces consistently across four quarters.

Jackie Young Provides the Secondary Scoring

Jackie Young was the second-leading scorer for Las Vegas with 20 points.

Her line was:

• 20 points
• 8 rebounds
• 6 assists
• 4-for-6 field goals
• 2-for-3 three-pointers
• 10-for-10 free throws

Young’s perfect 10-for-10 performance at the free-throw line deserves special attention.

She scored 20 points while making only six field goals. That means half of her points came from the free-throw line.

Her efficiency also extended to three-point shooting. Young made two of her three attempts from outside, giving Las Vegas another reliable perimeter threat.

The six assists were equally important. Young was not simply finishing possessions. She was helping create them.

This made Dallas’ defensive problem more complicated. Focusing heavily on Wilson could create opportunities for Young. Giving Young space could allow her to attack, shoot or facilitate.

Chelsea Gray Controls the Game With Nine Assists

Chelsea Gray finished with 12 points, one rebound and nine assists.

Her scoring was useful, but her passing was arguably more important.

Nine assists meant Gray was directly responsible for creating a large portion of Las Vegas’ successful offensive possessions. The Aces finished with 20 team assists, so Gray accounted for nearly half of them.

Her shooting line was also solid:

• 5-for-11 from the field
• 2-for-5 from three-point range
• 12 points
• 9 assists

Gray’s performance illustrates why basic scoring totals can sometimes miss the most important part of a point guard’s contribution.

The Aces did not need her to score 25 or 30 points because Wilson and Young were producing efficiently. Instead, Gray could focus on creating high-quality opportunities and maintaining offensive structure.

The official WNBA recap noted that Gray reached 2,000 career assists during the game, making the performance historically significant as well as productive in the individual matchup. (WNBA)

Las Vegas Gets Valuable Bench Production

The Aces also received meaningful contributions beyond their main three players.

Cheyenne Parker-Tyus

Parker-Tyus scored 13 points and added two rebounds and three assists.

Her 13 points gave Las Vegas another double-digit scoring option and helped prevent the offense from becoming completely dependent on Wilson and Young.

Kierstan Bell

Bell added 10 points off the bench and made both of her three-point attempts.

That 2-for-2 shooting performance was particularly useful in a game where perimeter efficiency separated the teams.

Jewell Loyd

Loyd contributed:

• 8 points
• 2 rebounds
• 2 assists

Although her scoring total was not among the team’s leaders, the presence of another experienced scoring option gave Las Vegas additional lineup flexibility.

Overall, Las Vegas had several players capable of contributing without requiring Wilson to create every scoring opportunity.

Paige Bueckers Leads Dallas With 25 Points

Paige Bueckers was Dallas’ leading scorer with 25 points.

She also recorded:

• 2 rebounds
• 6 assists
• 3 steals

Bueckers’ six assists were tied closely to her role as one of Dallas’ primary offensive creators. Her three steals also showed that her impact was not limited to scoring.

The problem for Dallas was that Bueckers’ strong individual performance did not translate into enough efficient team offense.

She was one of the few Dallas players able to consistently generate offense against the Aces, but Las Vegas had more successful scoring options around Wilson.

That distinction is important when analyzing the matchup.

A 25-point performance normally provides a strong foundation for a winning offensive night. Dallas needed more perimeter support and better three-point shooting to turn that production into a team victory.

Jessica Shepard Delivers a 22-Point Double-Double

Jessica Shepard was arguably Dallas’ most complete performer.

She finished with:

• 22 points
• 14 rebounds
• 4 assists
• 8-for-11 shooting

Her 14 rebounds were the highest total for either team.

Shepard’s 8-for-11 shooting was also extremely efficient. She converted approximately 73% of her field-goal attempts.

That makes the final result even more interesting.

Dallas had two players, Bueckers and Shepard, who combined for 47 points. Shepard also controlled the glass and helped create offense with four assists.

Yet the Wings still lost by 15.

The reason was the gap between individual efficiency and team efficiency.

Dallas’ top performers were effective, but the team struggled to generate enough value from the three-point line and did not secure enough rebounds collectively.

Arike Ogunbowale Has a Quiet Offensive Night

Arike Ogunbowale scored only four points, along with one rebound and two assists.

That was one of the biggest individual disappointments for Dallas.

Ogunbowale is normally capable of changing a game through perimeter scoring and shot creation. In this matchup, however, her four points left Dallas without the additional scoring punch it needed.

The problem became more serious because Dallas was already struggling from three-point range.

When a team shoots 2-for-21 from deep, a low-scoring night from one of its major perimeter threats can have an outsized effect on the final result.

Dallas Starting Lineup Breakdown

Dallas’ starting group produced uneven results.

Player	Points	Rebounds	Assists	Other
Paige Bueckers	25	2	6	3 steals
Jessica Shepard	22	14	4	8-11 FG
Awak Kuier	8	2	1
Arike Ogunbowale	4	1	2
Azzi Fudd	7	1	1

Bueckers and Shepard accounted for 47 of Dallas’ 84 points.

That means the pair scored more than half of the Wings’ total.

Their production was valuable, but it also shows how concentrated the offense became.

When two players provide such a large percentage of a team’s points, the supporting cast has to make enough shots to punish defensive attention.

Dallas did not get that support consistently.

Las Vegas Starting Lineup Breakdown

Las Vegas had more balanced production from its primary players.

Player	Points	Rebounds	Assists	Shooting
A’ja Wilson	32	9	Not listed	12-21 FG
Jackie Young	20	8	6	4-6 FG
Chelsea Gray	12	1	9	5-11 FG

The combination of Wilson’s scoring, Young’s all-around production and Gray’s playmaking gave the Aces three distinct offensive strengths.

Wilson provided interior scoring.

Young supplied efficient scoring and secondary creation.

Gray controlled the pace and generated opportunities for others.

That is a difficult combination for a defense to contain.

The Three-Point Shooting Gap Decided the Game

One of the strongest statistical explanations for the final score is three-point shooting.

Dallas:

2-for-21, 10%

Las Vegas:

8-for-18, 44%

That is a difference of six made three-pointers.

Those six additional threes represent 18 points.

The percentage difference is also enormous. Dallas needed 21 attempts to make two threes, while Las Vegas made four times as many threes on three fewer attempts.

This is why Dallas could shoot 49% overall and still lose by 15.

Two-point efficiency helped keep the Wings competitive, but the lack of perimeter scoring limited their ability to punish Las Vegas defensively.

The WNBA’s game recap specifically highlighted Dallas’ 2-for-21 shooting from three as one of the major factors in the result. (WNBA)

Free Throws Gave Las Vegas Another Advantage

Las Vegas attempted 33 free throws.

Dallas attempted only 16.

The Aces made 27 free throws, while the Wings converted 14.

That produced:

• Las Vegas: 27 points from free throws
• Dallas: 14 points from free throws
• Difference: 13 points

The free-throw gap therefore accounted for almost the entire 15-point margin by itself.

This does not mean every free-throw attempt was necessarily created by the same tactical action. It does show that Las Vegas generated substantially more scoring opportunities at the line.

Young’s 10-for-10 performance was especially important.

Wilson’s 8-for-11 shooting also gave Las Vegas a strong interior scoring component.

Dallas shot 88% from the line, so the problem was not free-throw accuracy. It was the number of opportunities.

Rebounding Was Another Major Difference

Dallas recorded 24 rebounds.

Las Vegas collected 35.

That is an 11-rebound advantage for the Aces.

In a game decided by 15 points, an 11-rebound difference is significant.

Rebounding affects much more than the basic box-score category. It influences possession count, second-chance opportunities and defensive stability.

The Wings were unable to consistently secure the ball after missed shots, while the Aces controlled the overall rebounding battle.

Jessica Shepard’s 14 rebounds were excellent, but Dallas needed more collective rebounding help.

Las Vegas received enough production from Wilson, Young and NaLyssa Smith to maintain a major team advantage.

NaLyssa Smith’s Rebounding Contribution

NaLyssa Smith led Las Vegas with 11 rebounds.

Her work on the glass helped offset Dallas’ strong individual rebounding performance from Shepard.

The important distinction is that Dallas had one outstanding rebounder, while Las Vegas generated a stronger overall team rebounding result.

This is one of the reasons team statistics can reveal something that individual statistics cannot.

Shepard was excellent.

Dallas still lost the rebounding battle.

Turnovers Did Not Explain the Loss

A common mistake when analyzing a game like this is to focus on turnovers because Las Vegas had 15 compared with Dallas’ 12.

That was not the main reason Dallas lost.

In fact, Dallas protected the ball reasonably well.

The Wings had three fewer turnovers than the Aces, yet they still lost by 15.

This is important because it redirects the analysis toward shooting, rebounding and free-throw opportunities.

Las Vegas gave away more possessions but compensated by converting its available scoring opportunities at a much higher rate.

That is a useful lesson for anyone evaluating basketball player statistics.

Not every category has the same influence on the final result.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The scoring pattern also reveals how the game developed.

Quarter	Dallas	Las Vegas	Margin
First	17	28	Las Vegas +11
Second	22	21	Dallas +1
Third	24	22	Dallas +2
Fourth	21	28	Las Vegas +7
Total	84	99	Las Vegas +15

The first quarter established the tone.

Las Vegas scored 28 points while limiting Dallas to 17.

The Wings responded in the second and third quarters, trimming the deficit and making the contest competitive again.

Dallas got within four points at 53-49 early in the third quarter, according to the official game recap. (WNBA)

That was the moment when the game could have shifted.

Instead, Las Vegas stabilized.

The fourth quarter then became decisive, with the Aces outscoring Dallas 28-21.

This means the victory was not simply the result of an early run.

Las Vegas established an early advantage, absorbed Dallas’ response and then finished strongly.

Why Dallas Could Not Complete the Comeback

Dallas’ comeback attempt was built largely around its ability to score inside.

The Wings finished with 52 points in the paint, compared with 40 for Las Vegas.

That is a major advantage.

Yet the Wings could not translate their interior success into enough total points because their perimeter shooting was so inefficient.

The Aces effectively won the battle of scoring balance.

Dallas had:

• More points in the paint
• Fewer turnovers
• A highly efficient Shepard
• A 25-point performance from Bueckers

Las Vegas had:

• Better three-point shooting
• More free-throw attempts
• More rebounds
• More balanced scoring
• A stronger fourth quarter

That combination explains why Dallas could have several positive statistical categories and still lose comfortably.

The Previous Two Meetings Matter

This game cannot be evaluated properly without considering the earlier meetings.

Dallas had won the first two games of the season series.

The first meeting ended:

Dallas 95, Las Vegas 87

The second meeting ended:

Dallas 96, Las Vegas 66

Las Vegas therefore entered the third matchup having already lost twice to the Wings.

The June 15 loss was especially severe, with Dallas winning by 30 points.

That context makes the 99-84 victory more meaningful.

The Aces did not merely edge out Dallas after a close series.

They changed the outcome of the matchup by improving their perimeter efficiency, controlling the boards and getting a dominant scoring performance from Wilson.

The official WNBA record confirms that Las Vegas avoided a sweep with the 99-84 victory. (WNBA)

What Changed From the Earlier Matchups?

The three-game season series produced a clear shift.

Dallas won the first game by eight.

Dallas won the second game by 30.

Las Vegas won the third game by 15.

The third meeting showed a much different offensive profile from the Aces.

Las Vegas made 8 of 18 three-point attempts in the victory.

In the June 15 meeting, Dallas had been the team that controlled the game from the perimeter. Arike Ogunbowale scored 22 points and made five three-pointers in that 96-66 Dallas victory. (WNBA)

That contrast is important.

The series was not decided by one permanent matchup advantage. Instead, the teams showed that shooting efficiency and defensive execution could dramatically change the outcome.

A Closer Look at Efficiency

A simple way to compare the offensive performance is to consider points relative to field-goal attempts.

Dallas scored 84 points on 70 field-goal attempts.

Las Vegas scored 99 points on only 60 attempts.

That is a major efficiency difference.

The Aces generated 15 more points while taking 10 fewer field-goal attempts.

Free throws and three-pointers explain much of that gap.

Las Vegas scored 24 more points from three-point baskets and free throws combined than Dallas.

That is why the raw field-goal totals can be misleading.

Dallas made 34 field goals.

Las Vegas made 32.

But Las Vegas received much more value from each successful scoring possession.

What the Player Stats Say About Dallas

The Dallas numbers suggest a team that was effective in several areas but lacked perimeter consistency.

The strongest individual conclusions are:

1. Paige Bueckers was the primary offensive creator.
2. Jessica Shepard was the most efficient interior contributor.
3. Shepard’s 14 rebounds were excellent but not enough to give Dallas a team rebounding advantage.
4. Arike Ogunbowale’s four points created a major scoring hole.
5. The team made only two three-pointers.
6. Dallas scored 52 points in the paint, showing that its interior offense remained productive.
7. Twelve turnovers were manageable and did not drive the defeat.

This is why simply labeling the game as a bad offensive performance would be inaccurate.

Dallas shot 49% overall.

The larger problem was the distribution of that offense.

What the Player Stats Say About Las Vegas

Las Vegas presented a more complete offensive profile.

Wilson dominated as a scorer.

Young contributed across several categories.

Gray created shots for teammates.

Smith controlled the boards.

Parker-Tyus and Bell supplied useful bench scoring.

That structure reduced the pressure on any one player.

The Aces also made enough outside shots to force Dallas to defend the entire floor.

When a team combines a high-level interior scorer with efficient perimeter shooting and strong playmaking, defensive schemes become much harder to maintain.

The Role of Bench Scoring

Bench production is another useful part of this matchup.

Las Vegas received 13 points from Parker-Tyus, 10 from Bell and 8 from Loyd.

Those contributions helped extend the offensive attack beyond the starting five.

Dallas’ primary scoring was much more concentrated around Bueckers and Shepard.

That difference matters over four quarters.

If a team’s main scorers are carrying most of the offensive burden, the opposing defense can focus its attention on limiting those players.

Las Vegas avoided that problem more effectively.

The Importance of Shot Selection

The game is also a strong example of why shot selection matters.

Dallas attempted 21 three-pointers and made only two.

The Wings therefore spent a meaningful portion of their offensive possessions on low-return perimeter attempts.

Las Vegas attempted only 18 threes but made eight.

The Aces were not simply shooting more often from deep.

They were shooting much more efficiently.

At the same time, Dallas was extremely effective on many of its two-point attempts, particularly through Shepard.

That suggests the Wings were not incapable of scoring.

They simply could not maintain enough balance between inside scoring and perimeter production.

How the Matchup Could Be Interpreted Tactically

From a tactical perspective, the Aces’ best feature was offensive diversity.

Wilson could score inside.

Young could shoot or create.

Gray could initiate offense.

Bell could space the floor.

Parker-Tyus could contribute scoring from the bench.

Dallas had its own strengths, especially through Bueckers and Shepard, but the statistical profile became more difficult when the outside shooting disappeared.

A team can survive poor three-point shooting if it dominates the paint, wins the offensive glass and limits turnovers.

Dallas did some of those things, but not enough to compensate for the overall scoring gap.

Key Takeaways From the Match

The most important lessons from the game are straightforward.

1. Wilson was the difference-maker

Her 32 points and nine rebounds gave Las Vegas the star-level performance it needed.

2. Dallas needed more perimeter scoring

Two made threes from 21 attempts made it extremely difficult to keep pace.

3. Shepard was highly efficient

Her 22 points on 8-for-11 shooting and 14 rebounds were among the strongest individual performances on either side.

4. Young’s all-around production mattered

Twenty points, eight rebounds and six assists gave Las Vegas production across several areas.

5. Gray’s passing shaped the offense

Nine assists helped the Aces create a balanced attack.

6. Rebounding favored Las Vegas

The 35-24 advantage created an important possession edge.

7. Free throws favored Las Vegas

The Aces made 27 free throws compared with 14 for Dallas.

8. Turnovers were not the deciding factor

Dallas actually committed fewer turnovers.

9. The fourth quarter settled the game

Las Vegas finished with a 28-21 fourth quarter and turned a competitive game into a 15-point victory.

Las Vegas Aces vs Dallas Wings Match Player Stats: Who Was the Best Player?

A’ja Wilson is the obvious choice for the game’s top performer.

Her 32 points were a game high, and she added nine rebounds while shooting 12-for-21 from the field.

However, evaluating the game only through scoring would overlook several other important performances.

Jessica Shepard produced 22 points and 14 rebounds on 8-for-11 shooting.

Paige Bueckers recorded 25 points, six assists and three steals.

Jackie Young delivered 20 points, eight rebounds and six assists while shooting 4-for-6 from the field.

Chelsea Gray contributed 12 points and nine assists.

So while Wilson was the clear top scorer, the game featured several players with meaningful two-way or all-around contributions.

Las Vegas Aces vs Dallas Wings Match Player Stats: Most Important Numbers

For readers looking for the fastest statistical summary, these are the numbers that matter most:

• Final score: Las Vegas 99, Dallas 84
• A’ja Wilson: 32 points, 9 rebounds
• Paige Bueckers: 25 points, 6 assists, 3 steals
• Jessica Shepard: 22 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists
• Jackie Young: 20 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists
• Chelsea Gray: 12 points, 9 assists
• Las Vegas three-point shooting: 8-for-18
• Dallas three-point shooting: 2-for-21
• Las Vegas rebounds: 35
• Dallas rebounds: 24
• Las Vegas free throws: 27-for-33
• Dallas free throws: 14-for-16
• Las Vegas field-goal percentage: 53%
• Dallas field-goal percentage: 49%

Those numbers explain the game more effectively than the final score alone.

What This Game Means for Future Matchups

The result provides useful information for future meetings between these teams.

Dallas demonstrated that it could attack the Aces through the paint and generate strong individual production from Bueckers and Shepard.

Las Vegas demonstrated that it could respond with more efficient perimeter shooting, stronger team rebounding and a dominant performance from Wilson.

Future games between the teams may therefore come down to whether Dallas can force Las Vegas into inefficient outside shots while maintaining enough defensive pressure on Wilson.

For the Wings, perimeter efficiency is likely to remain a major variable.

For the Aces, maintaining balance between Wilson’s interior scoring and the team’s perimeter attack is equally important.

The three-game series showed that neither team was locked into one predictable outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who led the Las Vegas Aces in scoring against the Dallas Wings?

A’ja Wilson led all players with 32 points. She also collected nine rebounds and shot 12-for-21 from the field.

Who led the Dallas Wings in scoring?

Paige Bueckers led Dallas with 25 points. She also recorded six assists and three steals.

How many rebounds did Jessica Shepard have?

Jessica Shepard recorded 14 rebounds, the highest individual rebounding total in the game.

What was the final score between the Aces and Wings?

The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Dallas Wings 99-84.

Which team shot better from three-point range?

Las Vegas shot 8-for-18, or about 44%, while Dallas shot 2-for-21, or 10%.

Why did Las Vegas win the game?

The Aces combined better three-point shooting, a 35-24 rebounding advantage, more free-throw opportunities and balanced scoring. Wilson’s 32-point performance was the central individual factor.

Conclusion

The las vegas aces vs dallas wings match player stats reveal a game in which individual performances were strong on both sides, but team efficiency separated the winner from the loser.

A’ja Wilson’s 32 points gave Las Vegas its dominant scoring presence. Jackie Young added 20 points, eight rebounds and six assists, while Chelsea Gray orchestrated the offense with nine assists. The Aces also received useful scoring from Parker-Tyus and Bell, allowing the offense to remain productive beyond its leading scorers.

Dallas had its own outstanding performances. Paige Bueckers scored 25 points with six assists and three steals, while Jessica Shepard delivered 22 points and 14 rebounds on 8-for-11 shooting. Those performances showed that the Wings could generate high-level individual production even against a strong Las Vegas defense.

The decisive difference came from the supporting numbers.

Las Vegas shot 44% from three compared with Dallas’ 10%. The Aces outrebounded the Wings 35-24 and made 27 free throws compared with Dallas’ 14. Those advantages were large enough to overcome Dallas’ 52-40 edge in points in the paint and its lower turnover total.

The 99-84 victory was also important in the context of the season series. Dallas had won the first two meetings, including a 30-point victory on June 15. Las Vegas responded in the third matchup by avoiding the sweep and showing a more balanced offensive approach.

For anyone studying the las vegas aces vs dallas wings match player stats, the biggest lesson is that box-score analysis works best when individual production is connected to team efficiency. Wilson’s scoring mattered, but it mattered even more because the Aces paired it with perimeter accuracy, rebounding and strong playmaking.

The final score tells us who won. The complete statistical picture explains why.