Aces’ Star **A’ja Wilson** Injured in Loss to Liberty
The Las Vegas Aces suffered a significant blow Tuesday night as center **A’ja Wilson** exited their road game against the New York Liberty with a right wrist injury. Her absence further complicates an already challenging season for the defending champions.
Injury Details
**Wilson** sustained the injury late in the second quarter. After driving to the basket, she fell hard while attempting a layup. The team ruled her out for the remainder of the contest. News of the injury was relayed by ESPN’s **Holly Rowe** during the broadcast.
Initial Encouragement
Despite the hard fall, **Wilson** remained in the game long enough to shoot her free throws, sinking both attempts. She was then subbed out with just over two minutes remaining in the first half.
There was a positive sign later as **Wilson** returned to the bench to support her teammates in the second half, though her right wrist was wrapped.
Aces’ Struggles Deepen
The Aces ultimately fell to the Liberty 87-78, dropping their record to 9-10. This loss puts them in a tie for eighth place in the WNBA standings with the Washington Mystics. Currently, six teams have been outscored by their opponents this season, highlighting the Aces’ vulnerability. According to Her Hoop Stats, the Aces’ defensive rating ranks 9th in the league, a significant drop from their championship years.
Impact of **Wilson**’s Absence
The Aces heavily rely on **Wilson**, the reigning WNBA MVP and a three-time winner of the award. She was instrumental in leading Las Vegas to back-to-back championships in 2022 and 2023. Her contributions this season have been vital, averaging 21.9 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game.
This isn’t the first time the Aces have had to play without **Wilson** this season. Earlier, she missed over three games due to concussion protocol. During that stretch, the team went 1-2.
Looking Ahead
The team and fans are now anxiously awaiting updates on the severity of **Wilson**’s wrist injury. As the Aces approach the midway point of the season, her health will be crucial to their playoff aspirations.
