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WNBA Results, August 23: New York Liberty Stumble in Atlanta Opener, Las Vegas Aces Surge to Third Spot, Connecticut Sun Break Streak on Road

WNBA August 23 Overview

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The WNBA’s weekend action tipped off with the Atlanta Dream hosting the New York Liberty in a thrilling opener. The schedule then rolled on, with the Washington Mystics facing the Las Vegas Aces, followed by the Chicago Sky taking on the Connecticut Sun.

WNBA Results: Atlanta Dream 78-62 New York Liberty

The early tip-off shifted quickly in favor of the home side as they established control from the outset. They posted scores of 24-14 and 24-15 in the first and second quarters respectively during the matchup. Their second half execution featured improved game control, guiding the Atlanta Dream to a solid 78-62 victory over the Liberty.

Allisha Gray contributed 19 points to the effort, while Brionna Jones added 17 of her own in the winning cause. On the New York Liberty side, Kennedy Burke managed 13 points, notably with Sabrina Ionescu absent from the lineup.

Category	Liberty	Dream
FG	24-58 (41.4%)	30-76 (39.5%)
3PT	6-22 (27.3%)	10-38 (26.3%)
FT	8-10 (80.0%)	8-12 (66.7%)
OREB	4	17
DREB	29	25
REB	33	42
AST	19	20
STL	2	6
BLK	3	0
TO	13	5
PF	10	12
PTS	62	78

Washington Mystics 81-91 Las Vegas Aces

The Las Vegas Aces secured their impressive 10th consecutive victory in the ongoing streak. Their 91-81 showing against the Washington Mystics has elevated them to the third position within the league standings.

A’JA WILSON TODAY 🔥🔥

• 36 POINTS
• 13 REBOUNDS
• 2 BLOCKS
• 2 STEALS
• 14/22 FG
• 33 MINUTES PLAYEDpic.twitter.com/GtyxWyY989
— Women’s Hoops Network (@WomensHoops_USA) August 23, 2025

A’ja Wilson once more took center stage with her double-double of 36 points and 13 rebounds in the game. For the Washington team, Kiki Iriafen delivered 21 points along with 15 rebounds in her performance.

Category	Las Vegas Aces	Washington Mystics
FG	34-65 (52.3%)	28-65 (43.1%)
3PT	10-20 (50.0%)	4-14 (28.6%)
FT	13-15 (86.7%)	21-28 (75.0%)
OREB	4	8
DREB	30	26
REB	34	34
AST	27	21
STL	6	6
BLK	6	1
TO	11	12
PF	18	13
PTS	91	81

WNBA Results: Chicago Sky 84-94 Connecticut Sun

The Chicago Sky lost the home fixture against the Connecticut Sun on Saturday. They began the game with a shaky performance, and the Sun took full advantage of that early stumble. The Sun claimed the game with a 94-84 score, effectively snapping themselves out of their recent losing streak.

Tina Charles and Bria Hartley each tallied 23 points to lead the offensive charge for their team. Marina Mabrey contributed 20 points along with 8 assists in her solid outing on the court. On the Sky’s end, Kia Nurse put up 19 points, while Kamilla Cardoso added 18 to the total effort.