Aja Wilson named MVP after Aces hold off New York Liberty in four games.
Las Vegas Aces’ Aja Wilson, right, drives past New York Liberty’s Courtney Vandersloot (Frank Franklin II/APThe Aces, the first team to defend the crown since 2002, took the fourth game in New York 70-69 to seal a 3-1 series victory.
With the sides level at 64-64, Jackie Young and Aja Wilson put the Aces six points up with one minute 26 seconds left on the clock.Wilson, who finished with 24 points and 16 rebounds, was named the MVP of the Finals series. Only the Los Angeles Sparks in 2002 and Houston Comets, who took the title from 1997-2000, have previously managed back-to-back championships.We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
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