Sun vs Aces Picks and Prediction – 6/22/2024

The Connecticut Sun (13-1) are set to face the Las Vegas Aces (7-6) at Michelob ULTRA Arena. Connecticut is coming off a dominant win against the Los Angeles Sparks, while Las Vegas secured a victory over the Seattle Storm in the Ace’s last outing. Take the WNBA by storm with our WNBA picks.

Connecticut has been on a remarkable run, boasting a 13-1 record and leading the Eastern Conference. They have been formidable both at home and on the road, currently 5-0 in away games. Alyssa Thomas is a key player for the Sun, averaging 12.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 8.1 assists per game. DeWanna Bonner has also been instrumental, averaging 17.5 points per game. 

The Sun excel in field goal percentage, shooting 44.6% and limiting turnovers to 11.9 per game. Defensively, they allow 42.5% shooting from opponents, showcasing a solid defense. Additionally, Connecticut is strong in assists per game, ranking seventh with 19.5, which highlights a team-oriented play style.

On the other hand, the Las Vegas Aces are currently third in the Western Conference with a 7-6 record. They have been strong at home, posting a 4-4 record. A'ja Wilson is the standout player for the Aces, averaging an impressive 27.9 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game. Jackie Young adds significant value, averaging 19 points and six assists. 

Las Vegas leads the league in free throw percentage (84.5%) and ranks second in 3-point percentage (34.7%). However, the defense allows an average of 85.1 points per game over the last ten games, which could be a point of concern against the Sun’s efficient offense. Despite the defensive struggles, the Aces have been proficient in turnovers, averaging just 11.2 per game, which helps maintain offensive flow.