The (2) Las Vegas Aces host the (4) Phoenix Mercury tonight in Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals, which debuts a new best-of-seven format that will test the endurance of both squads.
Las Vegas is led by 2025 regular season MVP A’ja Wilson, who has carried her dominance into the playoffs with averages of 26.0 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.8 blocks, and 2.6 steals per game.
Jackie Young — one of the best two-way players in the league — has been just as pivotal, raising her play to 20.5 points per game in the postseason.
At the helm of the Phoenix offense is triple-double threat Alyssa Thomas — the point-forward is averaging 18.4 points, 9.1 assists, and 8.4 rebounds in the playoffs.
Satou Sabally has stepped up as well, contributing 17.9 points and 7.4 rebounds, while Kahleah Copper, the 2021 Finals MVP with the Chicago Sky, rounds out the trio with 15.0 points per game.
The Aces won the season series 3–1, including the last three matchups. Two of those wins came by just three points, but the final meeting ended in a 22-point blowout.
This series pits the Aces, who own the best postseason offensive rating (108.9), against the Mercury, who boast the top defensive rating (92.2).
Prediction
Expect a tight, physical opener. The Mercury will push pace and attack mismatches, but Las Vegas’s star power and offensive prowess will tilt the balance.
Prediction: Aces 82, Mercury 79
Injury Report
Phoenix Mercury
No injured players.
Las Vegas Aces
No injured players.
How to Watch Mercury vs. Aces
Tip-off for tonight’s Game 1 of the 2025 WNBA Finals between the Phoenix Mercury and Las Vegas Aces is set for 8:00 PM Eastern / 5:00 PM Pacific at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas.
The game airs live on ESPN and streams on the ESPN app and website.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Phoenix Mercury vs. Las Vegas Aces
Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM Eastern
Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, NV
TV: ESPN
Streaming: ESPN app and website
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