Aces vs Sky Picks and Predictions

The Aces Can Win If They Keep the Pressure On

The Las Vegas Aces are the hottest team in the WNBA — and it’s not even close. Since being crushed by 53 points at home by Minnesota on August 2, they’ve flipped a switch. Now riding a 14-game win streak, they sit at 28-14 with sights set on the No. 2 seed and a tie with the 1998 Houston Comets for the third-longest winning streak in WNBA history.

A’ja Wilson continues to dominate the league like she’s on a personal mission. With three straight 30-point games — and five such games during this win streak — she’s not just putting up numbers, she’s carrying her team into the playoffs with momentum. If Las Vegas applies early defensive pressure and continues capitalizing on turnovers (22 points off 19 Chicago turnovers last game), they’ll stay in control.

The Sky Can Win If They Bring Grit — and Get Angel Back

It’s been a turbulent season for the Chicago Sky, who sit at 10-32 and have lost 19 of their last 22 games. They’re also dealing with internal challenges — Angel Reese, their star forward, missed Sunday’s game due to a suspension in the first half and a back injury in the second. Her availability could be the tipping point in whether Chicago even keeps this close.

Still, there’s hope. Kamilla Cardoso has quietly posted back-to-back double-doubles against the Aces, including 15 rebounds on Sunday. If the Sky can get Reese back, protect the ball better, and slow down Las Vegas’ transition game, they might be able to challenge late.

Aces Chasing History in Final Stretch

Las Vegas has two regular-season games left, and they’re peaking at the right time. Sunday’s win not only kept them in the race for the No. 2 seed — it also put them one step closer to historic territory.

With one more win, they’ll tie the Comets’ 1998 15-game streak. With two, they’ll match the 2014 Phoenix Mercury’s 16-game record — the second longest in WNBA history.

Winning Streak	Team	Year
18 Games	Los Angeles Sparks	2001
16 Games	Phoenix Mercury	2014
15 Games	Houston Comets	1998
14 Games	Las Vegas Aces (current)	2024

MVP Race Heating Up: A’ja Wilson’s Case

There’s no denying that A’ja Wilson is the face of this Aces run — and perhaps the MVP frontrunner. She’s averaging 27.4 points and 11.2 rebounds during the streak, including her 10th 30-point double-double of the season on Sunday.

“I’m playing with a lot of peace. And, my teammates are, too,” Wilson said postgame. “But the job is not done.”

Wilson is in tight MVP contention with Alyssa Thomas of Phoenix and Napheesa Collier of Minnesota. You can dive deeper into her odds in our Caitlin Clark MVP odds breakdown.

Betting Preview: Picks and Predictions for Aces vs Sky

Las Vegas is a heavy favorite — and for good reason. The teams just played, and it wasn’t close.

Aces Moneyline: -1200
Sky Moneyline: +750
Spread: Aces -15.5
Total (O/U): 160.5

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Sky’s Coaching Transition and Growing Pains

First-year head coach Tyler Marsh has had a steep climb, taking over a team filled with young talent and uncertainty. Formerly an assistant under Becky Hammon in Vegas, Marsh knows the Aces well — but experience and depth have made all the difference.

Despite the record, he’s kept the locker room together.

“He’s been very consistent in telling us he believes in us,” said Michaela Onyenwere. “He supports us, he’s there for us… in such a season of chaos.”

With another lottery pick coming and development from Cardoso, Reese, and Montgomery, the future may be brighter than the record suggests.

Final Word: Will Vegas Make It 15?

There’s history on the line — and a hot team standing in its own way. The Aces are playing connected, balanced basketball at just the right time. With two more wins, they’ll be chasing not just records, but the top of the WNBA mountain.

The Sky will need health, hustle, and a near-perfect performance to keep up.

Las Vegas Aces vs Chicago Sky Picks and Predictions September 9th 2025