Gray's Shot Secures Aces' 85-84 Win Over Dream
PUBLISHED May 17, 2026, 4:52 PM ET
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ATLANTA — Chelsea Gray sank a fadeaway jumper in the lane with 3.6 seconds remaining Sunday as the Las Vegas Aces defeated the Atlanta Dream 85-84 at State Farm Arena. Gray led Las Vegas with 21 points; A'ja Wilson and Chennedy Carter added 20 points each, and the sequence produced the decisive lead change. The outcome extended the Aces' winning streak to four games after an opening loss; Wilson surpassed Becky Hammon for 19th on the WNBA career scoring list with 5,844 points. Atlanta briefly led late after a Jordin Canada layup, Allisha Gray scored 25 for the Dream, and the sellout crowd left following the narrow finish Sunday.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Aces lost season opener at home to Phoenix, 99-66.
- Aces won subsequent games to begin a four-game streak.
- Atlanta entered home opener with a 45-game sellout streak.
- Sunday: Chelsea Gray hit go-ahead jumper with 3.6 seconds left, Aces won 85-84.
- A'ja Wilson moved to 5,844 career points; Jackie Young went 0-for-12.
News Intelligence
- The Aces' comeback story is a lesson in perseverance. After a tough season opener, they've bounced back with a four-game winning streak. It's a reminder that setbacks can be stepping stones to success. If you're a sports enthusiast, consider watching their next game for some motivation.
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The Las Vegas Aces benefited from Chelsea Gray's go-ahead jumper, earning an 85-84 road victory that extended the team's winning streak, reinforced roster performance metrics, and advanced their season standing while boosting team momentum.
The Atlanta Dream, their players and home fans suffered disappointment after the narrow 85-84 loss despite a sellout crowd and a late comeback that briefly produced a lead in the final minute.
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