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Kyrie Irving and Sheryl Swoopes vibe at Aces-Liberty Game 3, Luka Doncic also in attendance
The stars were out for Game 3 of the WNBA Semifinals, where the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces squared off. The Liberty were looking to complete the sweep and avenge their WNBA Finals loss from last season, while the Aces attempted to force a Game 4, facing elimination.
This highly anticipated matchup drew a crowd of 10,000-plus to Michelob ULTRA Arena, including some Dallas Mavericks stars.
Luka Doncic, Derrick Lively and Jason Kidd were all sitting courtside, showing their support to the rapidly growing WNBA.
Kyrie Irving and Hall of Famer Sheryl Swoopes were also with the Mavericks stars, and the Aces X account caught a picture of the duo during the game.
Colorado Buffaloes star quarterback and Heisman Trophy candidate Shedeur Sanders were also in attendance. Sanders caught up with reigning WNBA Most Valuable Player A'ja Wilson after the game, and the two posed for a picture together.
Many prominent figures in the world of sports showed out in Las Vegas, offering their support to back-to-back champions, the Las Vegas Aces.
Aces secure comfortable Game 3 win at home
The Las Vegas Aces took Game 3 in a win-or-go-home matchup versus New York. The Aces topped the Liberty 95-81, the largest margin of victory in the series thus far.
Aces guard Jackie Young posted a game-high 24 points in the win, adding six rebounds and four assists. She shot 10-18 from the field and 4-10 from three-point range. Las Vegas also got valuable contributions from A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum.
Wilson posted 19 points, 14 rebounds and three assists, shooting 8-14 from the field. Plum scored 20 points, shooting 7-11 from the field and 3-7 from deep, and added three rebounds and two assists.
The Aces avoided being swept on Friday night after the Liberty secured wins in Game 1 and 2. New York topped the Aces 87-77 on September 29 in Game 1 and won Game 2 88-84.
Game 4 will tip off on October 6 at 3:00 p.m. ET, as the Aces appear to have all the momentum on their side staying in Las Vegas.
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