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Aces lean on experience entering deciding Game 3

The Las Vegas Aces enter a deciding Game 3 against Indiana with Becky Hammon emphasizing urgency, defense and mental focus. A’ja Wilson said Las Vegas must respond with better effort and heart.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark shoots over Las Vegas Aces forward Stephanie Talbot during Game 2 of the WNBA Playoffs
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark shoots over Las Vegas Aces forward Stephanie Talbot during Game 2 of the WNBA Playoffs on Sept. 29, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Clark finished with 27 points and 15 assists as Indiana beat Las Vegas 99-89 to tie the first-round series 1-1 and force a deciding Game 3. Photo credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

The Aces have been in this position before, and Becky Hammon plans to lean on that experience.

The Aces host Indiana on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. PT.

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