The Las Vegas Aces open the longest road trip of their season in Chicago, and the timing could not be tougher for the home side. Las Vegas arrives at 20-8 with A’ja Wilson playing at an MVP level, while the Sky sit at 10-18 and remain shorthanded. The market makes the Aces a modest 5.5-point favorite. Our best bet leans on the talent gap, but the number is closer than the records suggest, so let’s break it down before locking anything in.
Last Updated: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Las Vegas Aces vs. Chicago Sky — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Wintrust Arena, Chicago IL |
| When | Saturday, August 1 – 1:00 PM ET |
| TV | CBS |
Las Vegas Aces vs. Chicago Sky Betting Preview
Las Vegas enters at 20-8 and near the top of the Western Conference. The Aces have been one of the league’s hottest teams and have leaned on a high-scoring offense throughout that stretch. A’ja Wilson remains the engine, averaging 26.4 points, 9.7 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray give the backcourt two more capable creators, and the Aces have generally been comfortable on the road this season, as covered in our recent Las Vegas Aces prediction.
Chicago, by contrast, sits at 10-18 and has struggled to string wins together. Kamilla Cardoso anchors the interior and is the team’s most reliable scorer and rebounder, but the supporting cast is thin. The Sky are without Skylar Diggins, who is sidelined with a knee issue, and Rickea Jackson, who is out for the season. Those absences sap Chicago’s shot creation and depth against one of the league’s deepest rosters. For more on the Sky’s recent trends, see our latest Chicago Sky preview.
The head-to-head picture also favors Las Vegas. The Aces won the most recent meeting between the clubs earlier this summer and have controlled the recent series. Still, this is the opener of a five-games-in-nine-days trip for Las Vegas, and Chicago has played competitive stretches at home. The gap in class is real, but a rested home underdog with a legitimate low-post scorer is not a pushover.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Chicago Sky Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aces | -5.5 (-110) | -220 | U 184.5 (-110) |
| Sky | +5.5 (-110) | +180 | O 184.5 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of Saturday, August 1, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest WNBA Odds – Futures – Props
Las Vegas Aces vs. Chicago Sky — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Aces | 64% | 36% | Sky |
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Aces vs. Sky Prediction — Is the Road Favorite Worth the Price?
The spread opened at Las Vegas -6.5 and has been bought back down to -5.5, even as the public leans on the Aces at 64 percent of spread tickets. That is a small signal that the market respects Chicago’s ability to keep this within a possession or two at home. A number sitting under a touchdown against a 10-18 team tells you the books expect a game, not a rout.
The case for Las Vegas is straightforward. Wilson is the best player on the floor by a wide margin, the Aces have more shot-making across the rotation, and Chicago is missing two rotation pieces it can ill afford to lose. Las Vegas has handled Chicago comfortably in recent meetings, and a fresh team at the start of a road trip should have the legs to pull away in the second half.
The case against is worth respecting. Cardoso is a matchup problem inside, big favorites can get sloppy in the second night of a travel-heavy stretch, and blowout-caliber lines invite late backdoor covers when the starters rest. However, the talent and health edges both point the same direction, and 5.5 is a fair price for the stronger, deeper team.
The Pick: Aces -5.5 (-110)
Aces vs. Sky Prediction — Can Chicago’s Defense Keep Up With Las Vegas?
The total has climbed from an opener of 181.5 to 184.5, a clear sign that money expects points. Las Vegas has averaged well over 90 per game during its recent 10-game run, and Wilson gets to the line at a high rate to keep the scoreboard moving. Chicago plays at a reasonable clip and has Cardoso to generate second-chance looks, which adds possessions.
The other side is a defensive-grind script. If the Aces build a big lead, the bench empties and the pace slows, and a shorthanded Chicago offense could go cold in stretches. Meanwhile, the market has already moved three points up, so some value has been priced out. Even so, the Aces’ scoring profile and free-throw volume make the over the more likely outcome.
The Pick: Over 184.5 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
The Aces moneyline at -220 implies roughly a 69 percent chance to win, which is not far off given the talent and health gap. The problem is price. Laying more than two-to-one on the first leg of a long road trip is a lot to stomach, so the spread at -5.5 is the cleaner way to back Las Vegas rather than the straight moneyline. There is no standout prop or alternate-line edge here that improves on the two plays above.
To recap the card: the two best bets are the Aces -5.5 on the spread and the game total going Over 184.5. Both lean on Las Vegas being the stronger, healthier team while acknowledging Chicago can keep it interesting at home.
WNBA Aces vs. Sky FAQ: Saturday August 1, 2026
What time does the Aces vs. Sky game start?
The Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky tip off at 1:00 PM ET on Saturday, August 1, 2026. It is an afternoon start in Chicago, which is 10:00 AM local time for viewers on the West Coast following the Aces.
What channel is the Aces vs. Sky game on?
The game airs nationally on CBS. Viewers who prefer to stream can also watch on Paramount+, subject to regional restrictions. The national window reflects the appeal of an A’ja Wilson matchup against Chicago’s frontcourt.
Where are the Aces and Sky playing today?
The game is at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois, the home floor of the Chicago Sky. Las Vegas is the visiting team, opening a five-game road trip that begins with this stop in Chicago.
What are the Aces and Sky records this season?
Las Vegas enters at 20-8, positioned near the top of the Western Conference. Chicago sits at 10-18 and has struggled to gain traction. The 10-game difference in the standings frames the Aces as clear favorites in this matchup.
Who won the last meeting between the Aces and Sky?
Las Vegas won the most recent meeting between the two teams earlier this summer and has controlled the recent series against Chicago. The Aces have leaned on Wilson and their depth to win the bulk of the head-to-head matchups over the past several seasons.