Jonquel Jones had an impressive performance, scoring a career-high 34 points in a recent game where the New York Liberty faced off against the Las Vegas Aces. The Liberty emerged victorious with a score of 90-82, securing their 12th win of the season. Jones showcased her scoring prowess by making 12 of 16 shots from the field, including 4 of 5 three-pointers. Her clutch 3-pointer with 2:39 left in the game extended New York’s lead to 86-68, ultimately sealing the victory.
In addition to Jones’ stellar performance, Sabrina Ionescu recorded her first double-double of the year with 15 points and 12 assists. Breanna Stewart also made significant contributions with 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 12 points to help secure the win for the Liberty. On the opposing side, Kelsey Plum led the Aces with 22 points, followed by A’ja Wilson with 21 points. Wilson’s impressive streak of scoring at least 25 points in eight consecutive games came to an end in this matchup.
The Liberty dominated the game by shooting 48.5% from the field, including 12 of 28 from beyond the arc. They also outrebounded the Aces 37-31 and limited their opponents to just two offensive rebounds. Despite Las Vegas’ efforts, shooting 44.9% from the field and 11 of 34 from three-point range, they were unable to overcome New York’s strong performance.
The game saw back-and-forth action, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Las Vegas got off to a quick start, but New York fought back to take control of the game. Despite a strong showing from Plum in the second quarter, the Liberty managed to regain the lead before halftime. In the third quarter, Las Vegas made a run to take the lead, but New York responded with a 14-0 scoring run to regain control heading into the final period.
It’s worth noting that New York played without starting point guard Courtney Vandersloot for the fourth consecutive game due to personal reasons. Despite her absence, the Liberty displayed resilience and depth, securing a well-deserved victory over the Aces. The win not only extends New York’s impressive record but also solidifies their position as a strong contender in the WNBA.