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A’ja Wilson Drives Aces Past Lynx, Sealing 13th Consecutive Victory and Rare Milestone in WNBA History Records

Las Vegas secures 13th straight win

Image Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

The Las Vegas Aces joined an exclusive group in WNBA history on Thursday night, securing their 13th straight win with a 97-87 victory over the Minnesota Lynx.

With the result, Las Vegas Aces became just the seventh team in league history to win at least 13 consecutive games. The streak has carried the Aces to second place in the standings, a dramatic turnaround after a difficult stretch earlier in the season.

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1⃣3⃣ straight Ws marks the longest streak in franchise history!#ALLINLV pic.twitter.com/JFOkvN7pcQ
— Las Vegas Aces (@LVAces) September 5, 2025

Their recent surge is all the more remarkable considering the setback they suffered on August 2, when Minnesota handed them a 111-58 defeat. That massive loss served as a wake-up call for the Las Vegas Aces, igniting urgency that has fueled their winning streak.

A’ja Wilson continues to lead the charge for Las Vegas, backed by a roster that knows how to show up. The Aces are proving they can handle pressure, bounce back when things get tough, and still find ways to dominate.

A’ja Wilson Speaks on Lynx rivalry

Following the Thursday night win, A’ja Wilson spoke about the intensity of facing the Minnesota Lynx and how the rivalry adds excitement to the league. She acknowledged that being one of the WNBA’s top players means she is always a focal point for opponents.

“Honestly, I feel like all my battles are like this,” Wilson said. “In the league that we’re in and in the position that I play, it’s high-profile every single night. That’s why I have to bring it every single night because I’m honored to be guarded in many, many different ways, and it makes me think, and it makes me have to really stay on top of my game.”

A’ja Wilson emphasized that the matchup with the Lynx represents the kind of competition that elevates the WNBA as a whole.

“This was a game that I think is very healthy for our league and as we continue to grow, that’s what makes the WNBA, so special is building those rivalries and having people kind of be like, ‘no, this is strictly ball’. This is basketball, and you get to watch it played at a very high level.”