The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Seattle Storm 114-77 on Thursday, September 17, with Jackie Young leading all scorers with 35 points in a decisive road victory at Climate Pledge Arena. Las Vegas controlled every quarter, shot 58.0% from the field and improved to 28-13.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Aces 25, Storm 13
Las Vegas established control early, limiting Seattle to 13 points while building a 12-point edge after one quarter. The Aces’ efficient offense set the tone, and Seattle faced a double-digit deficit before the game reached the second period.
Second Quarter: Aces 27, Storm 21
The Storm found more scoring rhythm in the second quarter, but the Aces continued to answer. Las Vegas won the period 27-21 and carried a 52-34 advantage into halftime, with its ball movement and shooting efficiency maintaining separation.
Third Quarter: Aces 33, Storm 29
Seattle posted its highest-scoring quarter with 29 points, led by Flau’jae Johnson’s production, but Las Vegas matched the push with 33. The Aces entered the final quarter ahead 85-63 after extending their lead by another four points.
Fourth Quarter: Aces 29, Storm 14
Las Vegas closed with its most commanding defensive quarter, holding Seattle to 14 points while adding 29. The Aces outscored the Storm 29-14 over the final 10 minutes to finish with a 37-point win.
Key Performers
Jackie Young, Las Vegas Aces: Young led all scorers with 35 points, delivering the game’s top individual scoring performance.
A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces: Wilson recorded 29 points and seven rebounds, giving Las Vegas another highly productive frontcourt presence.
Chelsea Gray, Las Vegas Aces: Gray filled the stat sheet with nine rebounds and six assists as the Aces finished with 29 assists as a team.
Flau’jae Johnson, Seattle Storm: Johnson scored 25 points to lead Seattle and accounted for nearly one-third of the Storm’s offense.
Awa Fam and Natisha Hiedeman, Seattle Storm: Fam collected nine rebounds, while Hiedeman handed out seven assists.
NerdSports Stat: Las Vegas made 40 field goals and assisted on 29 of them, meaning 72.5% of its made baskets came with an assist.
Game Analysis
The Aces’ efficiency created the difference throughout the game. Las Vegas shot 40-for-69 from the field (58.0%) and made 13 of 28 three-pointers (46.4%), while Seattle finished 27-for-71 overall (38.0%) and 8-for-27 from three (29.6%).
Las Vegas also held a 38-28 rebounding advantage and generated 29 assists compared with Seattle’s 17. At the foul line, the Aces went 21-for-24 (87.5%), adding another consistent source of points. The Storm made 15 of 19 free throws but could not offset the Aces’ edge in shooting, rebounding and playmaking.
Closing Context
The victory moved Las Vegas to 28-13 overall and 15-6 on the road, while Seattle fell to 8-33. The Storm return home Saturday, September 19, to face the Golden State Valkyries, and the Aces will meet Seattle again on Sunday, September 20. That quick rematch gives Seattle an immediate opportunity to respond while Las Vegas looks to maintain its momentum in the standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Las Vegas Aces defeated Seattle Storm 114-77 on September 17, 2026.
Jackie Young scored 35 points; her individual shooting percentage was not available in the provided game statistics.
After the win, Las Vegas sits 28-13 in the conference standings.
Jackie Young was the standout performer with 35 points, the highest total of the game.