The Aces Era Podcast

Las Vegas Aces have Cup Control and is the WNBA's Hottest Team

The Las Vegas Aces are heating up at the perfect time. On this episode of Aces Era, we break down a huge week for the Aces as they pick up wins over the Seattle Storm, Portland Fire, and Minnesota Lynx while taking control of the Commissioner’s Cup race. We get into A’ja Wilson’s continued dominance, Chelsea Gray’s shooting surge, Jackie Young’s playmaking, NaLyssa Smith’s growing role, Jewell Loyd’s fit, and the areas where the Aces still need to tighten things up — especially defensively and on the glass. Then we look at the bigger picture: are the Aces the WNBA’s hottest team right now? With the Commissioner’s Cup race in their hands and a statement win over Minnesota, Vegas is starting to look dangerous again. Plus, we talk All-Star conversations, stock up/stock down, and what matters next as the Aces try to keep stacking wins. Welcome to Aces Era.

Las Vegas Aces Era: Cup Wins and Minnesota Matchup Ahead

The Las Vegas Aces are starting to look more like themselves — but it has not been perfect. On this episode of Aces Era, we break down the Aces’ week with wins over the Los Angeles Sparks and Golden State Valkyries, including A’ja Wilson’s dominant stretch, Jackie Young rounding back into form, Chelsea Gray’s playmaking, and how the Big 3 are starting to settle back in. We also talk through the concerns that still showed up: free throw struggles, rebounding issues, low bench production without Chennedy Carter, Jewell Loyd’s slow offensive start, and what the rotation looks like when the Aces have to play smaller and faster. Then we shift to the first week of Commissioner’s Cup play, where the Aces stand in the race, what Minnesota and Dallas are doing around the league, and why the next stretch against Seattle, Portland, and Minnesota matters. Plus, we hit stock up/stock down, league standings, and ask the big question: are the Aces truly contending right now? Welcome to Aces Era.

Las Vegas Aces Weekly Recap: 4-0 Win Streak, A’ja’s 45 & Chelsea’s Clutch Moment

The Las Vegas Aces are starting to look like the Las Vegas Aces again. On this episode of Aces Era, Kevin and CJ recap the Aces’ 4-0 win streak and break down how the team responded after a rough ring night loss. From A’ja Wilson’s dominant 45-point performance, to Chennedy Carter finding her role, to Chelsea Gray coming through with a clutch moment against Atlanta, the Aces gave us plenty to talk about this week. We get into what has looked better during the streak, whether Vegas is settling back into championship form, and what still needs to be cleaned up as the season gets rolling. It’s a full weekly recap covering the good, the bad, the petty, the messy, and the elite from another week of Aces basketball.

Las Vegas Aces Opening Weekend Recap: Ring Ceremony, Mercury Blowout & Sparks Bounce Back

The Aces got their rings… and then immediately got a reminder that everybody is coming for the champs. In this episode of Aces Era, Kevin and CJ recap the Las Vegas Aces’ opening weekend, starting with the championship ring ceremony and the 99-66 loss to the Phoenix Mercury that spoiled the celebration. Then they break down how Vegas responded with a 105-78 win over the Los Angeles Sparks the next day. Was ring night just an emotional hangover? Was the Mercury loss a real concern? What did the Sparks win show us about this team? The fellas talk through the good, the bad, the overreactions, and the early signs from the defending champs. It’s ring night, reality check, and bounce-back energy — all in one episode.

Aces Season Preview: Preseason Reactions, Top 50 Talk & Championship Pressure

The Aces Era is back for Episode 2 as Kevin and CJ get ready for the 2026 Las Vegas Aces season. This week, the guys react to the Aces’ preseason matchup against the Dallas Wings, break down what stood out, and decide what is actually worth paying attention to before the games start counting. They also preview the upcoming season, talk through roster questions, championship expectations, and get into ESPN’s WNBA Top 50 rankings. A’ja Wilson is still A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young is getting her respect, Chelsea Gray remains the Point Gawd, and the Aces are once again walking into the season with championship pressure on their backs. The title defense starts now. Welcome back to the Aces Era.