Aces vs. Fever Preview: Sun Shines on No. 1 Picks as Clark Takes Center Stage

On July 3, the WNBA regular season continues with a clash between the Aces and the Fever, featuring a congregation of top draft picks.

The Aces currently hold a 10-6 record, ranking fifth in the league, averaging 87.8 points scored and 84.1 points allowed, with a home record of 5-4.

In their last game, the Aces defeated the Mystics 88-77 to secure a four-game winning streak. Four players scored in double digits, with Jackie Young scoring 26 points, Gray shooting 9-of-8 for 22 points, Hayes contributing 17 points, and Wilson registering 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists.

Statistically, the Aces have three players averaging double-digit points, including three consecutive No. 1 picks from 2017-2019. Wilson averages 26.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.9 steals, and 2.3 blocks per game. Young averages 18.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.4 assists, while Plum averages 17.3 points and 5.1 assists. Hayes averages 8.9 points, Gray averages 8.8 points, and A’ja Wilson contributes 7.4 points per game.

The Fever are 8-12, ranked eighth, averaging 81.1 points scored and 87.7 points allowed, with an away record of 4-8. They snapped a two-game losing streak with an 88-82 victory over the Mercury, with five players scoring in double digits. Clark had a near-triple-double with 15 points, 9 rebounds, and 12 assists, Boston scored 17 points with 8 rebounds, Mitchell tallied 16 points, Smith contributed 12 points and 15 rebounds, and Fauerbach added 10 points.

The Fever have four players averaging double-digit points this season, led by Mitchell’s 16.3 points per game. Clark averages 16.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 6.9 assists, and 1.4 steals, Boston averages 13.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists, and Smith averages 11.8 points and 7.5 rebounds.

On the injury front, Aces’ player Hayes is listed as day-to-day, while the Fever have no reported absences for this match.

In their lone meeting this season, the Aces defeated the Fever 99-80. Given the recent form and overall strength of the teams, the Aces, with their seasoned top draft picks, appear to be the stronger side, especially playing at home. The performance of the Fever’s focal point and rookie sensation Clark will also be a key storyline to follow.

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