- Matchup: Las Vegas Aces vs Connecticut Sun
- Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
- Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
- Betting Odds: Las Vegas (-14.5)
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This exciting encounter will take place at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the Connecticut Sun (0-3) are set to battle the Las Vegas Aces (2-1) on Friday. The Aces enter the game as hefty 14.5-point favorites, with an over/under set at 170.5.
The last time these two teams met, the Las Vegas Aces delivered a decisive victory over the Connecticut Sun, winning 98-69. The Aces showcased an impressive 54.2% shooting accuracy (39 of 72) and connected on 5 of 16 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 15 out of 21 attempts, achieving a 71.4% success rate. In terms of rebounding, they dominated with 46 rebounds, including 12 offensive boards. Additionally, they recorded 21 assists, forced their opponents into 13 turnovers, and secured 9 steals. On the defensive end, Las Vegas permitted the Sun to make just 32.9% of their shots (23 of 70). Connecticut managed to record 8 assists and grabbed 29 rebounds (8 offensive, 21 defensive), while also blocking 3 shots. At the charity stripe, Connecticut achieved 83.3%, sinking 20 of 24 attempts, but struggled with their three-point shooting, making only 3 of 13 attempts.
Chennedy Carter had a standout performance in the previous matchup, scoring 27 points with a remarkable shooting percentage of 81.3% (13 of 16). In her 25 minutes on the court, she also grabbed 8 rebounds and tallied 4 assists.
The Las Vegas Aces come into this game with a record of 2-1 this season. They are shooting 29.1% from beyond the arc (16 of 55) and 67.4% at the free-throw line. They are averaging 89.7 points per game, ranking them 4th in the WNBA, while shooting 52.4% from the field. However, they are also averaging 15.3 turnovers and committing 16.7 fouls per game. On the rebounding front, Las Vegas secures 37.3 boards per game and has registered 68 assists this season, placing them 2nd in the league. Defensively, the Aces force 13.0 turnovers per game and average 15.7 personal fouls. They currently rank 9th in terms of assists allowed, conceding 50 assists this season. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 40.0% (39 of 47) and collect an average of 32.7 rebounds, ranking 6th in opponent points per game (82.0).
In their last outing, the Connecticut Sun fell to the Aces, losing 98-69. The Sun managed to secure 31 defensive rebounds and 10 offensive boards for a total of 41. They committed 16 turnovers while making 7 steals in the game. The Aces fouled 22 times, granting the Sun 24 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 20 (83.3%). Connecticut’s three-point shooting was less effective, hitting 3 of 13 (23.1%), and they finished with a field goal percentage of 32.9% (23 of 70). Las Vegas shot an impressive 54.2% (39 of 72) from the floor. Additionally, Connecticut allowed the Aces to grab 32 total rebounds, including 7 offensive boards.
Aneesah Morrow was a notable performer for the Sun, shooting 25.0% (4 of 16) and recording 11 rebounds. In her 24 minutes of action, she scored 16 points but did not register any assists.
Connecticut’s record stands at 0-3 this season. They have accumulated 226 points across games, averaging 75.3 points per contest while grabbing 34.0 rebounds per game. The Sun are averaging 24.3 fouls per game and shooting 70.5% from the free-throw line. Offensively, they are shooting 37.2%, placing them 14th in the league, while averaging 18.3 assists (10th in the WNBA) and committing 15.0 turnovers each game. Defensively, Connecticut ranks last in points allowed, giving up 97.7 per game. They allow opponents to shoot 36.2% from three-point range (25 of 69) and have seen foes capitalize on 77.6% of their free-throw attempts. The Sun’s defense permits 20.3 assists and allows 38.3 rebounds per game, ranking 11th and 13th, respectively, in the WNBA. They are forcing their opponents into 15.0 turnovers on average and conceding 50.5% shooting from the field (13th in the league).
Who will secure victory in this WNBA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Bet on Las Vegas (-14.5)
