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Las Vegas Aces host Indiana Fever in WNBA first round opener
The Las Vegas Aces, third in the WNBA standings, meet Indiana Fever at Michelob ULTRA Arena for the first game of the playoffs on Sunday, 27 September.
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Key facts
- Competition
- WNBA
- Round
- First Round - Game 1
- Date
- Sunday, 27 September 2026
- Start time (UTC)
- 20:00
- Venue
- Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas
- TV / streaming
- ABC (United States)
playoff opener at Michelob ULTRA Arena
The WNBA first round begins with a clash between the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever on Sunday, 27 September 2026. The game kicks off at 20:00 UTC at the Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, providing a lively venue for what promises to be a fiercely competitive encounter. This is Game 1 of the first round, setting the tone for the playoff series ahead.
standings and form favour Las Vegas
Las Vegas Aces enter the playoffs positioned third in the WNBA standings, having played 44 games with a record of 31 wins and 13 losses. They have scored a total of 4,025 points while conceding 3,776, resulting in a strong goal difference of plus 249. Their recent form is impressive, boasting five consecutive victories. Their latest triumph was a convincing 100-82 win away to the Phoenix Mercury on 25 September, following home wins over the Los Angeles Sparks (89-79) and Seattle Storm (98-77).
In contrast, the Indiana Fever sit outside the top three, reflecting a more mixed recent run. They have played five games recently, winning three and losing two, scoring 453 points and conceding 432. Their last outing ended in a 66-86 defeat away to the Minnesota Lynx on 25 September. Despite this, they have demonstrated resilience with wins against Minnesota Lynx (96-77) and Toronto Tempo (103-85) earlier in the month.
head-to-head history leans towards Indiana
The two teams have met three times this season, with Indiana Fever holding the upper hand by winning two matches to Las Vegas Aces' one. Their most recent meeting was a narrow 86-84 victory for Las Vegas Aces on 6 August 2026, away at Indiana. However, in July, Indiana recorded emphatic wins over Las Vegas with scores of 109-75 and 84-68, both at the Aces' home court. Across those three encounters, 506 total points were scored, showcasing high-scoring affairs that could hint at a fast-paced playoff opener.
where to watch the game
Basketball fans in the United States can catch the first-round clash between Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever live on ABC. The broadcast will bring the intensity of this WNBA playoff game straight into viewers' homes, starting at 20:00 UTC on Sunday evening.
Where the teams stand
| # | Team | P | W | L | GF | GA | GD | W-L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | t128a7ogu46e | 44 | 33 | 11 | 3997 | 3681 | +316 | 33-11 |
| 2 | tymql10dd6i | 44 | 32 | 12 | 3615 | 3305 | +310 | 32-12 |
| 3 | Las Vegas Aces | 44 | 31 | 13 | 4025 | 3776 | +249 | 31-13 |
| 4 | t20n855tjimt | 44 | 27 | 17 | 3933 | 3751 | +182 | 27-17 |
| 5 | t1mol8uakbnc | 44 | 17 | 27 | 3794 | 4005 | -211 | 17-27 |
Recent form
| Team | Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Aces | 25 Sept | Phoenix Mercury | A | 100-82 | W |
| Las Vegas Aces | 23 Sept | Los Angeles Sparks | H | 89-79 | W |
| Las Vegas Aces | 21 Sept | Seattle Storm | H | 98-77 | W |
| Las Vegas Aces | 18 Sept | Seattle Storm | A | 114-77 | W |
| Las Vegas Aces | 29 Aug | Toronto Tempo | H | 93-73 | W |
| Indiana Fever | 25 Sept | Minnesota Lynx | A | 66-86 | L |
| Indiana Fever | 23 Sept | Minnesota Lynx | H | 96-77 | W |
| Indiana Fever | 20 Sept | Washington Mystics | H | 77-93 | L |
| Indiana Fever | 18 Sept | Toronto Tempo | A | 103-85 | W |
| Indiana Fever | 28 Aug | Connecticut Sun | H | 111-91 | W |
Head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Aug | Indiana Fever | 84-86 | Las Vegas Aces |
| 13 Jul | Las Vegas Aces | 75-109 | Indiana Fever |
| 5 Jul | Las Vegas Aces | 68-84 | Indiana Fever |
Written automatically from match data and reviewed by automated checks.
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