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The Las Vegas Aces' historic season ends with a 87-77 overtime loss to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 3 of the WNBA Semifinals. Despite A'ja Wilson's 21-point, 10-rebound performance, injuries to NaLyssa Smith and Iliana Rupert derailed the Aces' chances.

Key topics include the offensive stagnation in overtime, defensive breakdowns against Kayla Thornton and Tiffany Hayes, and the rebounding disparity caused by the frontcourt absences. The Valkyries become the quickest expansion team to reach the WNBA Finals.

Discussed players: A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Kayla Thornton, Tiffany Hayes, Kiah Stokes, NaLyssa Smith, Iliana Rupert. Topics: WNBA playoffs, Aces elimination, Valkyries advancement, roster construction, free agency needs.

In this episode: Offensive Collapse & Overtime Loss · Defensive Breakdowns & Rebounding · Future Outlook & Roster Needs.

More Aces coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/las-vegas-aces/
Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/wnba/lv/2026-10-11/transcript.html

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