Aces clinch WNBA playoff spot after Sparks' loss

Minnesota had already secured its postseason place.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 141 min read

With tonight's win and the Sparks' loss, the Las Vegas Aces have joined the Minnesota Lynx in clinching a playoff spot Via @alexaphilippou on X

What happened: Las Vegas secured its berth through the combination of its win and Los Angeles' defeat.

Why it matters: The Aces no longer need additional results to reach the postseason.

By the numbers: Los Angeles lost 85-81.

What to watch: The remaining playoff places are still to be decided.

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