WNBA Finals Game 1 Live Tracker: Mercury vs Aces Series Opener Updates

Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury Set to Clash in Historic WNBA Finals
WNBA Finals Preview: Las Vegas Aces vs. Phoenix Mercury
The Las Vegas Aces, ranked No. 2, are set to face off against the No. 4 Phoenix Mercury as the 2025 WNBA Finals tip-off. This Friday night matchup promises high stakes and thrilling basketball action on ESPN at 8 p.m. ET.
A’ja Wilson Aims for Las Vegas Aces’ Glory
Leading the charge for the Aces is A’ja Wilson, who marked her place in history with a fourth MVP title. Her leadership and experience will be pivotal as the Aces strive for a third championship in just four years.
Phoenix Mercury’s Rebuilding Quest for Victory
On the other hand, the Mercury, in a year of transformation, look to capture their first title since 2014. Diana Taurasi led them to victory back then, and now a new generation seeks to revive that triumphant spirit.
Format and Schedule of the WNBA Finals
The WNBA Finals adopt a groundbreaking best-of-seven playoff format this year. Las Vegas will host the initial two games, with Game 2 scheduled for Sunday at 3 p.m. ET on ABC. The action then moves to Phoenix for Games 3 and 4 next Wednesday and Friday. The series will follow a 1-1-1 format until a winner is crowned.
Comprehensive Coverage with Emegypt
Emegypt brings you in-depth coverage of the WNBA Finals. With reporters Alexa Philippou and Kendra Andrews on the ground, supplemented by our full team from afar, we’ll deliver all of the latest developments, from the players’ arrivals to the climactic final buzzer.