The Las Vegas Aces will host the Phoenix Mercury to open Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on October 3, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT.
The Aces are sixth in the Western Conference with 32.0 points per game in the paint, led by 15.0 points from A'ja Wilson, and they have a 16-8 record against Western Conference opponents. In contrast, the Mercury are 10-8 in games settled by 10 points or more and 13-11 in Western Conference games.
This season, Las Vegas is shooting 43.9% from the field, which is marginally better than Phoenix's 42.7% shooting percentage. Phoenix's offensive average of 82.8 points per game is higher than Las Vegas's 80.7 points per game.
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Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury: Date and tip-off time
The Las Vegas Aces will square off against the Phoenix Mercury in an exciting Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on October 3, 2025, at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
| Date | October 3, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Michelob ULTRA Arena |
| Location | Paradise, Nevada |
How to watch Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury live on:
- TV channel: ESPN
- Streaming service: Fubo
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Las Vegas Aces team news
A'ja Wilson leads the Aces in scoring, with 23.4 points, 3.1 assists, 1.6 steals, and 10.2 rebounds per game.
Jackie Young averages 16.5 points, 5.1 assists, 1.3 steals, and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Chelsea Gray contributes 1.4 steals, 5.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds, and 11.2 points per game.
Las Vegas Aces injuries
No injuries
Phoenix Mercury team news
Alyssa Thomas scores 15.4 points, pulls down 8.8 rebounds, provides 9.2 assists, and 1.6 steals per game on average.
Satou Sabally averages 16.3 points, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals, and 5.9 rebounds per game.
Kahleah Copper contributes 15.6 points, 1.5 assists, 1.1 steals, and 2.9 rebounds per game.
Phoenix Mercury injuries
No injuries
Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury head-to-head record
The series between the Phoenix Mercury and the Las Vegas Aces has been incredibly tight based on their previous five meetings; three of the five games have been decided by five points or less.
The Mercury won by a slim margin of 76-70 in mid-June, while the Aces had won four of the previous five games, including two close wins in June and August.
Given that both teams have demonstrated their ability to outperform one another under duress, it is likely that Game 1 of the WNBA Finals will be a fiercely contested contest that comes down to clutch moments and execution in the closing minutes.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | Aces 83-61 Mercury |
| Aug 16, 2025 | Aces 86-83 Mercury |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Aces 84-81 Mercury |
| Jun 16, 2025 | Mercury 76-70 Aces |
| May 07, 2025 | Aces 85-84 Mercury |