Gray's Shot Secures Aces' 85-84 Win Over Dream
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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.
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Timeline
- 1. Aces lost season opener at home to Phoenix, 99-66.
- 2. Aces won subsequent games to begin a four-game streak.
- 3. Atlanta entered home opener with a 45-game sellout streak.
- 4. Sunday: Chelsea Gray hit go-ahead jumper with 3.6 seconds left, Aces won 85-84.
- 5. A'ja Wilson moved to 5,844 career points; Jackie Young went 0-for-12.
Why it matters
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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