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The Las Vegas Aces (31-13) face the Golden State Valkyries (32-12) in WNBA Semifinal Game 2 after dropping Game 1 71-60. A'ja Wilson leads Vegas with 24 points, but injuries to Dana Evans, NaLyssa Smith, and Iliana Rupert cripple the roster. Gabby Williams scored 25 for Golden State.

This preview analyzes how the Aces can counter the Valkyries' switching defense and rebounding dominance by Kiah Stokes. Key players discussed include A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young, Brianna Turner, and Gabby Williams. Topics cover injury impacts, offensive rhythm fixes, and predictions for the crucial second matchup.

Listeners learn about the strategic adjustments needed to avoid elimination. The Aces must improve three-point efficiency and ball movement to overcome the expansion team's tenacious defense. Coach Natalie Nakase’s adjustments will also be pivotal in this high-stakes semifinal series.

In this episode: Matchup Analysis · Injury Report · Keys to Victory.

More Aces coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/las-vegas-aces/
Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/wnba/lv/2026-10-07/transcript.html

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