Clouds of controversy hover over Aces' three-peat bid
A three-peat once seemed relatively straightforward. But a lawsuit, an investigation and subpar play have complicated the Aces' hopes for a third straight title.
www.espn.com.auHere’s the latest you can rely on for the 2023 Las Vegas Aces season.
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Championship outcome and season arc: The Aces won the 2023 WNBA Championship, defeating the New York Liberty in the Finals to capture their second consecutive title. A'ja Wilson played a pivotal role and was named finals MVP for the series victory. This caps a historic season after a challenging road through the playoffs, including the need to overcome injuries and strong competition.[2][4]
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Regular season and playoffs context: The Aces finished the 2023 regular season with a strong record (34–6 in the final standings, including a dominant home/road split) and rode a high-powered attack led by Wilson, Chelsea Gray, and others to secure a top seed and a deep playoff run. Their postseason trajectory culminated in the championship despite several close moments and strategic adjustments.[1]
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Notable post-season coverage: Coverage highlighted the momentum, key performances, and some late-season drama surrounding team health and competitive balance in the league as the Aces pursued back-to-back titles. The narrative encompassed both their on-court excellence and off-court considerations affecting their three-peat bid.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull a concise game-by-game summary of the 2023 playoffs or provide a focused timeline of the Finals series with key stats. I can also add a short explainer of why Wilson’s performance was pivotal and how the supporting cast contributed in the title run.
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- Championship result and Finals MVP context.[4]
- Regular-season record and playoff run context.[1]
- Postseason coverage and season arc discussion.[2]