What happened: The Las Vegas Aces lead the Phoenix Mercury 57-22 at halftime. A'ja Wilson has 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Chelsea Gray has added 11 points and six assists. Jackie Young has six points and six assists, Monique Akoa Makani has seven points, and Noémie Brochant has six points on 2-of-2 shooting from three.
Why it matters: The margin extends a strong stretch for Las Vegas, which entered at 17-8 and on a one-game winning streak. Phoenix came in at 10-15 and on a two-game losing streak. The teams last met on June 17, when the Aces won 86-76.
By the numbers: Halftime: Las Vegas 57, Phoenix 22. A'ja Wilson: 16 PTS, 11 REB. Chelsea Gray: 11 PTS, 6 AST. Jackie Young: 6 PTS, 6 AST. Monique Akoa Makani: 7 PTS. Noémie Brochant: 6 PTS, 2-2 3PM. Season records: Las Vegas 17-8, Phoenix 10-15.
What to watch: The second half airs on Peacock as the Aces look to hold their margin over Phoenix.