The Las Vegas Aces have been nothing short of dominant this year and have put together one of the most electrifying runs in WNBA history. Closing the 2025 regular season with a 30-14 record, they rattled off an incredible 17 straight wins and tied the legendary Los Angeles Sparks’ 2001 record for the longest winning streak in league history.
As they prepare to face the Indiana Fever in the second round of the WNBA Playoffs on Sunday, September 21, fans are buzzing with one big question: whether newly named 2025 MVP A’ja Wilson will be on the floor.
Will A’ja Wilson Suit up Against the Indiana Fever on Sunday?
There’s great news for the Aces fans. According to the latest injury report released by ESPN, Las Vegas will enter Game 1 of the Second Round with a fully healthy roster. That means no names appear on the injury list, ensuring a full-strength squad hits the court Sunday at Michelob ULTRA Arena. And yes, that includes Wilson.
Wilson’s regular-season numbers tell the story of a superstar at her peak. She averaged 23.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, leading the Aces to their impressive record and playoff berth.
Even more impressive, she recorded more 20- and 30-point double-doubles than anyone else in the league this year, showing her unmatched ability to control games on both offense and defense.
Her brilliance didn’t go unnoticed — she earned her the 2025 WNBA MVP award, which cemented her legacy as one of the greatest players of her era.
Breaking: Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson has won the 2025 WNBA MVP award, becoming the first player in league history to win the honor four times, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/Snls3WFhqj
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 21, 2025
But she hasn’t slowed down in the playoffs. Through the opening round, Wilson has averaged 29.3 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. Together with Jackie Young, she’ll be a pivotal force against Indiana’s squad.
The Condition of the Indiana Fever
On the other side, the Indiana Fever will have to overcome significant adversity. ESPN’s latest injury report lists six players sidelined.
- Caitlin Clark: Out for the Season (Groin Issue)
- Sophie Cunningham: Out for the Season (MCL Injury)
- Sydney Colson: Out for the Season (Torn ACL)
- Aari McDonald: Out for the Season (Broken Right Foot)
- Chloe Bibby: Out for the Season (Left Knee Injury)
- Damiris Dantas: Out (Concussion)
That leaves only 11 registered players available to take the floor against Las Vegas.
Still, head coach Stephanie White has emphasized that her team’s spirit remains unshaken. She has previously noted how even injured players contribute to the team’s energy by encouraging from the sidelines.
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“So you know, having the whole group here, having those guys here gives us a little bit of a boost emotionally. And then have their perspective. I mean, we have three point guards that are sitting on the sideline who can talk to our team in huddles, who can talk to our team throughout the course of dead balls, and when they come on/off the floor,” said White during a practice session interview.
Clark herself fueled that message, posting on X that the “BENCH MOB WILL BE EVEN MORE ROWDY” tonight, reminding fans that morale remains sky-high.
On the court, the Fever will rely heavily on contributions from Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, who are averaging 23.3 points and 12.3 points per game, respectively, in the playoffs.
Tonight’s highly anticipated matchup will tip off at 3:00 p.m. ET on ABC and will be played at the Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas.
