One of the most intriguing early-season WNBA matchups takes center stage Thursday night as the defending champion Las Vegas Aces visit a suddenly dangerous Dallas Wings squad.
Dallas enters this matchup playing its best basketball of the young season after winning three of its last four games, including an impressive road victory over the New York Liberty. Meanwhile, the Aces remain one of the league’s most talented teams, but defensive inconsistencies continue surfacing despite their strong overall record.
With elite offensive firepower on both sides and Dallas gaining confidence quickly behind its young backcourt, this matchup has all the ingredients for a highly competitive battle.
Aces at Wings DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
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| Where | College Park Center – Arlington, Texas |
| When | Thursday, May 28, 2026, 8:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | Prime Video / WNBA League Pass |
Betting Odds & Public Betting
Las Vegas enters the game as a 4.5-point road favorite, while Dallas returns as a home underdog. The total is set at 178.5 points.
Oddsmakers continue giving the Aces respect because of their championship pedigree and star power led by A’ja Wilson, but Dallas has become one of the more dangerous offensive teams in the league over the last two weeks.
The Wings have now won three games by double digits recently, and their explosive guard trio of Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and Arike Ogunbowale is beginning to develop chemistry quickly.
Public bettors are likely to back the proven championship roster in Las Vegas, but Dallas has quietly become one of the better value teams in the WNBA early this season.
Aces at Wings ODDS | |||
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| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| Aces | -4.5 (-108) | -185 | U 178.5 (-110) |
| Wings | 4.5 (-112) | +154 | O 178.5 (-110) |
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Key Notes & Storylines
Dallas’ growth offensively has been impressive.
Azzi Fudd delivered her best professional performance Sunday against New York, exploding for 24 points and taking over the third quarter. Her development alongside Paige Bueckers gives Dallas one of the most exciting young backcourts in the league.
Arike Ogunbowale also continues benefiting from reduced pressure offensively as defenses can no longer focus entirely on stopping her. The result has been better ball movement, improved spacing, and a more balanced attack overall from the Wings.
Defensively, Dallas also appears to be responding positively after head coach Jose Fernandez publicly challenged the team’s toughness and accountability earlier this month.
For Las Vegas, offense is rarely the issue.
A’ja Wilson remains dominant nightly, while Chelsea Gray and Jewell Loyd continue providing veteran scoring support. Chennedy Carter has also become a major weapon off the bench, bringing relentless downhill pressure against second units.
The concern for the Aces is defense.
Las Vegas allowed Los Angeles to shoot over 55 percent from the floor in its most recent loss, and perimeter defensive breakdowns continue appearing too frequently for a championship-caliber team.
That becomes especially dangerous against a Dallas roster suddenly overflowing with shot creators and perimeter confidence.
Betting Trends
Dallas has won three of its last four games, with all three victories coming by double digits.
The Wings’ offense has improved significantly during that stretch, particularly from the perimeter.
Las Vegas remains undefeated on the road this season, though the Aces continue showing defensive vulnerability against fast-paced offenses capable of creating spacing and transition opportunities.
Aces vs. Wings Prediction
This feels like a perfect spot for Dallas to stay competitive at home.
Las Vegas absolutely has the championship experience advantage, but the Aces have not looked dominant defensively early this season, and Dallas is playing with growing confidence offensively. The Wings now have multiple scoring threats capable of attacking Las Vegas both in transition and in half-court situations.
A’ja Wilson should still dominate stretches of this game, and the Aces’ overall experience likely helps them close things out late. However, Dallas’ offensive momentum and home-court energy make this spread feel slightly too high.
Expect another entertaining, high-scoring battle where Dallas pushes the defending champs deep into the fourth quarter.
Final Score Prediction: Aces 92, Wings 89
Betting Pick: Wings +4.5