WNBA

Las Vegas Aces

The Las Vegas Aces are Las Vegas's WNBA team and its winningest pro franchise. They moved to Las Vegas in 2018 and won WNBA championships in 2022, 2023 and 2025. Home games are at Michelob Ultra Arena inside Mandalay Bay. [1]

Last checked Oct. 8, 2026

LeagueWNBA, Western Conference [1]
In Las Vegas since2018 season (after San Antonio and Utah) [1]
HomeMichelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay [1]
WNBA titles3: 2022, 2023, 2025 [1]
OwnershipMark Davis (also owns the Raiders) and Tom Brady [1]
Head coachBecky Hammon, in her fifth season in 2026 [2]
2026 playoffsBeat Indiana 2–1 in the first round. Trail Golden State 0–2 in the semifinals after losing 71–60 and 83–81. [3]

When is the next Aces game?

  • Fri, Oct 9 · 6:30 p.m. PTWNBA Semifinals Game 3: Valkyries at Aces[3]Michelob Ultra Arena · Aces · Golden State leads the best-of-five series 2–0.
  • Sat, Oct 10 · Time TBAWNBA Semifinals Game 4: Valkyries at Aces (if necessary) If necessary[3]Michelob Ultra Arena · Aces · Played only if the Aces win Game 3. Time to be announced.
  • Tue, Oct 13 · Time TBAWNBA Semifinals Game 5: Aces at Valkyries (if necessary) If necessary[3]Chase Center, San Francisco · Aces · Played only if the series is tied 2–2.

How did the Aces become a dynasty?

The franchise moved to Las Vegas before the 2018 season [1]. That year it drafted A'ja Wilson first overall [4]. Wilson won her first MVP in 2020 and has won three more since [4]. In 2022 the Aces won both the Commissioner's Cup and the franchise's first WNBA title [1]. In 2023 they became the first team since the 2001–02 Los Angeles Sparks to win back-to-back championships [1]. The 2025 title made it three in four years [1].

Where are things in 2026?

Under fifth-year coach Becky Hammon, the Aces reached the 2026 Commissioner's Cup championship game [2]. In the playoffs they beat Indiana 2–1 in the first round. As of Oct. 8 they trail the Golden State Valkyries 0–2 in the semifinals, with Game 3 at home on Friday, Oct. 9 [3].

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Aces history timeline

  1. BasketballOct. 17, 2017
    The WNBA approves a move to Las Vegas

    The NBA and WNBA approved the sale of the San Antonio Stars to MGM Resorts, with the team relocating for the 2018 season.[1][5]

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  2. BasketballDec. 11, 2017
    Meet the Las Vegas Aces

    The team name was revealed at a press conference inside the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay.[1]

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  3. Basketball2018
    The Aces draft A'ja Wilson first overall

    With the first pick in the 2018 WNBA Draft, the Aces chose South Carolina's A'ja Wilson.[1][4]

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  4. BasketballMay 27, 2018
    The Aces' first home game

    The Aces played their first home game at what was then the Mandalay Bay Events Center.[5]

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  5. Basketball2020
    A'ja Wilson's first MVP

    Wilson won the first of her four WNBA MVP awards (2020, 2022, 2024, 2025).[4]

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  6. BasketballDec. 31, 2021
    Becky Hammon takes over the Aces

    Hammon was hired as head coach in a deal that made her the WNBA's highest-paid coach.[1]

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  7. Basketball2022
    The Aces win Las Vegas its first pro championship

    Las Vegas beat Phoenix, Seattle and then Connecticut in four games in the Finals — the first professional sports championship for the city. They also won the 2022 Commissioner's Cup.[1][7]

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  8. Basketball2023
    Back-to-back for the Aces

    The Aces beat New York for a second straight title — the WNBA's first repeat champion since the 2001–02 Sparks. Wilson was Finals MVP.[1][4][8]

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  9. BasketballSept. 10, 2023
    The Aces draw 17,406 at T-Mobile Arena

    The Aces' first game on the Strip's biggest indoor stage drew 17,406 against Phoenix.[9]

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  10. BasketballMarch 7, 2024
    The Aces sell out season tickets

    A day after unveiling new silver-and-black uniforms, the Aces announced the first season-ticket sellout in WNBA history.[1]

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  11. BasketballOct. 10, 2025
    The Aces win a third title in four years

    Las Vegas swept Phoenix 4–0, closing it out 97–86 in Phoenix. Wilson won MVP, Finals MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and the scoring title in the same season.[1][4][10]

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Frequently asked questions

How many championships have the Aces won?

Three WNBA championships: 2022, 2023 and 2025. They also won the 2022 Commissioner's Cup. [1]

Where do the Aces play?

At Michelob Ultra Arena inside Mandalay Bay on the south Strip. The arena opened in 1999 and seats about 12,000. [1][5]

When is the next Aces home game?

Semifinal Game 3 against the Golden State Valkyries is Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. PT at Michelob ULTRA Arena. Game 4 would be Saturday, Oct. 10, in Las Vegas, only if necessary. [3]

How many MVPs has A'ja Wilson won?

Four, in 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2025. She was also 2023 Finals MVP. [4]

Who owns the Aces?

Mark Davis, who also owns the Raiders, and Tom Brady. [1]

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Sources

  1. Las Vegas Aces — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  2. 2026 Las Vegas Aces season — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  3. Las Vegas Aces 2026 schedule incl. postseason — ESPN. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  4. A'ja Wilson — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  5. Michelob Ultra Arena — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  6. Las Vegas Aces schedule — Las Vegas Aces / WNBA. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  7. 2022 WNBA Finals — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  8. 2023 WNBA Finals — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  9. T-Mobile Arena — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  10. 2025 WNBA Finals — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.