PREVIEW: The Las Vegas Aces return to action in the WNBA Commissioner's Cup, traveling to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Valkyries in their first matchup of the season. A'ja Wilson leads the Aces' charge, bringing her impressive averages of 22.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, and league-leading defensive statistics that include 2.7 blocks and 2.3 steals per game. The Aces have demonstrated remarkable efficiency, ranking 1st in free throw shooting at 84.2% and boasting the 2nd best defensive rebounding in the league. Complementing Wilson's performance, the team features a balanced attack with four starters averaging double-digit scoring, including Jackie Young's 18.2 points per game. The Golden State Valkyries enter the contest looking to break a four-game losing streak after a challenging start to their inaugural WNBA season. The Valkyries showcase a unique offensive profile, ranking 1st in three-point attempt frequency with 49.7% of their shots coming from beyond the arc, though they struggle with three-point shooting efficiency, ranking 13th in the league. Veronica Burton leads the team's scoring with 12.6 points per game, while rookie Janelle Salaun contributes 11.5 points and a team-high 6.2 rebounds per game. Despite their challenges, the Valkyries have been competitive, with three of their four recent losses coming by single-digit margins, suggesting they remain a scrappy and determined expansion team.