WNBA Dimes
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Hey! It's Cookie O'Clock! Welcome back to "WNBA Dimes." I'm your host, Brooke, here to sprinkle some sweetness on today’s hot topics. And what a delicious moment it is! We're chatting about the Las Vegas Aces' historic sweep in the WNBA Finals. Grab your milk, this one's a dunker!
The Aces just clinched their third championship in four years, outplaying the Phoenix Mercury 97-86. It was the first-ever best-of-seven Finals sweep in league history, practically making the net blush with excitement. These Aces were hot out of the gate, storming to an early lead and keeping spectators on the edges of their seats. With a 16-point cushion by halftime, built on a flurry of three-pointers, it was like watching fireworks on fast-forward.
But hey, the Mercury didn’t go quietly into that good night! They made a late charge in the fourth quarter, swooping in to narrow the margin to single digits. Enter Chelsea Gray—the hero we didn't know we needed. Her back-to-back threes slammed the door on Phoenix’s comeback dreams and sealed the Aces’ crown. Talk about packing a powerful punch!
Let's chat about the woman of the hour—A’ja Wilson. Dropping 31 points with nine rebounds, she snagged her second Finals MVP in just three seasons. Wilson wasn't just a force on the court; she wrapped up a “triple crown” year with league MVP and Defensive Player of the Year honors. That's like having your cake, eating it, and then getting more cake. Unbelievable!
Her partners in dynasty-building? Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young were on fire! Both scored 18 points, and their teamwork was like a symphony of swishes and dimes. Gray’s cool composure and Young’s all-around heroics—and we can't forget Dana Evans’s clutch contributions off the bench—solidified this win. Teamwork makes the dream work, folks!
Now, hats off to Phoenix's Kahleah Copper, whose 30-point spectacle tried to keep the Mercury sizzling, while Alyssa Thomas proved she could juggle more than just basketballs with a triple-double performance.
The Aces’ head coach Becky Hammon has built something incredible here, leading them to three titles in four seasons. Feels like history is giving us a wink, right? Only the mid-90s Houston Comets stand in such illustrious company, but the Aces are proving they’ve got the cards stacked in their favor.
On to the All-WNBA Team announcements, A'ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier shined bright, both selected unanimously to the First Team. Now that’s a power duo! And while we’re at it, a round of applause for all the selections who’ve lit up the season like neon signs on the strip.
What’s next? Well, the WNBA's 2025 season will be remembered for its groundbreaking moments and outstanding performances. As we look ahead to 2026, the competition promises even more drama and excitement. New talent, old rivalries, and a league just bursting with potential make for a tantalizing prospect.
Alright, team, that's your cookie roundup on WNBA Dimes. Keep those ears peeled for the off-season updates because, trust me, you won't want to miss a crumb of it. Until next time, stay sweet, stay curious, and remember—it’s always Cookie O'Clock!
## Game 4 Recap: Aces Complete Historic Finals Sweep
On October 10, the Las Vegas Aces clinched their third WNBA championship in four years by dispatching the Phoenix Mercury 97–86 in Game 4 of the Finals, completing a 4–0 sweep of the best-of-seven series—the first seven-game Finals in league history to end in a sweep ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)). The Aces jumped out to an early lead, outscoring Phoenix 30–21 in the first quarter and building a 16-point cushion by halftime, thanks in part to nine made three-pointers on 17 attempts before the break ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)). Despite a late Mercury run in the fourth quarter that narrowed the margin to single digits, back-to-back threes from Chelsea Gray sealed the victory and solidified Las Vegas’s dynastic status ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)).
A’ja Wilson led the way with 31 points and nine rebounds, earning her second Finals MVP award in three seasons and capping a unique “triple crown” year—Finals MVP, league MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year, a first in WNBA history ([washingtonpost.com](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/10/10/wnba-finals-aces-win-title/?utm_source=openai)). Wilson’s efficiency varied (7-of-21 FG), but her presence in the paint and timely mid-range buckets kept Phoenix defenders stretched thin ([abcnews.go.com](https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/wilson-scores-31-aces-win-wnba-title-4-126422706?utm_source=openai)). Complementing Wilson’s effort, Gray and Jackie Young each poured in 18 points, with Gray also contributing four rebounds and four assists, and Young chipping in seven boards and eight dimes ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/aces-mercury-live-updates-wnba-finals-game-4-score-results/live/?utm_source=openai)). Bench spark came from Dana Evans, who dropped 10 points, including vital free throws down the stretch to maintain Las Vegas’s lead ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)).
Phoenix’s Kahleah Copper led her team with 30 points, shooting 11-of-20 from the field, while Alyssa Thomas recorded a triple-double (17 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists) but also committed nine turnovers in defeat ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/aces-mercury-live-updates-wnba-finals-game-4-score-results/live/?utm_source=openai)). Satou Sabally’s absence was keenly felt throughout the series, but Phoenix’s run to the Finals featured upsets of higher seeds New York and Minnesota, showcasing the Mercury’s resilience ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)).
Postgame, Aces point guard Chelsea Gray reflected on the team’s journey: “This team has been through hell and back. Oh, what a run,” underscoring Las Vegas’s perseverance through midseason struggles and a league-leading 16-game winning streak to close the regular season ([nbcwashington.com](https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/sports/las-vegas-aces-win-wnba-finals-97-86-over-phoenix-mercury/4000595/?utm_source=openai)). Under head coach Becky Hammon, the franchise has now captured three titles in four seasons, joining only the mid-1990s Houston Comets in that rarefied company ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)).
## Player Spotlights
### A’ja Wilson: A Season for the Ages
Wilson’s Finals performance capped a historic campaign in which she not only led the league in scoring (an average of 26.1 points per game) but also claimed Defensive Player of the Year and regular-season MVP honors—a league first ([washingtonpost.com](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/10/10/wnba-finals-aces-win-title/?utm_source=openai)). Her two Finals MVP trophies (2023 and 2025) underscore her rise as one of the WNBA’s all-time greats, putting her in elite company alongside legends such as Cynthia Cooper and Maya Moore ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/oct/10/aces-win-third-wnba-title-sweep-phoenix-mercury?utm_source=openai)).
### Supporting Cast: Gray, Young and the Bench
Chelsea Gray’s floor leadership and long-range shooting proved decisive, especially in critical stretches of Game 4 when her back-to-back triples quelled Phoenix’s momentum swings ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/aces-mercury-live-updates-wnba-finals-game-4-score-results/live/?utm_source=openai)). Jackie Young’s all-around play—18 points, seven rebounds, eight assists—provided balance, while Jewell Loyd’s deep-range shooting and defensive tenacity added another layer of firepower as Las Vegas weathered several runs by the Mercury ([washingtonpost.com](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/10/10/wnba-finals-aces-win-title/?utm_source=openai)).
### Phoenix Standouts: Copper and Thomas
Despite the loss, Kahleah Copper’s 30 points showcased her growth as Phoenix’s primary scoring option, especially in the absence of Sabally ([abcnews.go.com](https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/wilson-scores-31-aces-win-wnba-title-4-126422706?utm_source=openai)). Alyssa Thomas recorded her sixth career playoff triple-double (17–12–10), extending her own WNBA postseason record—every other player in league history has combined for just two ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/aces-mercury-live-updates-wnba-finals-game-4-score-results/live/?utm_source=openai)). Thomas’s unique versatility remains a bright spot for the Mercury as they assess roster moves in the offseason.
## All-WNBA Team Announcements
On October 10, the WNBA revealed its All-WNBA First and Second Teams for the 2025 season. A’ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) were unanimous First Team selections, earning all 72 first-place votes from a national panel of sportswriters and broadcasters ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/unanimous-picks-aja-wilson-napheesa-collier-lead-all-wnba-team--flm-2025-10-10/?utm_source=openai)). They were joined by Alyssa Thomas (Phoenix Mercury), Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream), and Kelsey Mitchell (Indiana Fever) on the First Team ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/unanimous-picks-aja-wilson-napheesa-collier-lead-all-wnba-team--flm-2025-10-10/?utm_source=openai)).
On the Second Team, Nneka Ogwumike (Seattle Storm), Jackie Young (Las Vegas Aces), Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty), Aliyah Boston (Indiana Fever), and rookie Paige Bueckers (Dallas Wings) received honors ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/unanimous-picks-aja-wilson-napheesa-collier-lead-all-wnba-team--flm-2025-10-10/?utm_source=openai)). First-team members will see a bonus of $10,300, while second-team honorees earn $5,150. Collier, the MVP runner-up, helped lead the Lynx to a league-best 34–10 record before falling in the semifinals ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/unanimous-picks-aja-wilson-napheesa-collier-lead-all-wnba-team--flm-2025-10-10/?utm_source=openai)).
## The Season’s Legacy and Looking Ahead
The 2025 season will be remembered for its first best-of-seven Finals, Wilson’s unprecedented award trifecta, and Las Vegas’s ascension to true dynasty status. With rising stars such as Bueckers making immediate impacts and veterans like Gray and Thomas continuing to redefine their roles, the league’s competitive balance promises exciting storylines for 2026. Offseason roster moves, draft positioning, and potential international play will shape the next chapter of WNBA history as teams aim to dethrone the Aces or join their elite ranks.
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