What happened: Jackie Young threaded a transition feed to NaLyssa Smith for fast-break points as Las Vegas pushed the tempo against New York. The two found each other in the open floor as the Aces looked to generate early offense before the defense could set.

Why it matters: Las Vegas leans heavily on its transition game to manufacture easy looks, and a dependable Young-to-Smith outlet gives the Aces another way to score when they get out and run. Building that chemistry matters with the two sides on a collision course in the Commissioner's Cup final.

What to watch: The Aces and Liberty are set to meet again with the Commissioner's Cup on the line, putting Las Vegas' transition attack under a bigger spotlight.