Las Vegas Aces rookie Aaliyah Nye is quickly making her mark in the WNBA. On a team stacked with talent, the second-round pick is proving she belongs.
MORE: Angel Reese nearly posts another rare triple-double in Sky’s win over Sparks
Nye delivered her breakout performance in the Aces' nail-biting 84–81 victory over the Phoenix Mercury. In just 20 minutes off the bench, Nye poured in a career high 16 points, shooting an impressive 5-of-7 from both the field and beyond the arc. She also added a rebound and a steal to round out her efficient night.
15 POINTS FOR THE ROOK 🫡@aaliyah_nye's 5-6 from downtown! 👌#ALLINLV pic.twitter.com/XFESA6HBli
— Las Vegas Aces (@LVAces) June 29, 2025
Nye wasn’t the only star for the Aces. A’ja Wilson dominated with a massive double-double, tallying 26 points and 18 rebounds. It was Wilson who broke the tie with a clutch bucket with 22.6 seconds remaining, giving Las Vegas the lead.
MORE: Candace Parker’s jersey officially retired by Los Angeles Sparks
With just seven seconds left, Nye iced the game with a free throw, sealing the Aces’ dramatic win.