During Friday night's WNBA preseason opener, the Las Vegas Aces lit up the scoreboard, and rookie Aaliyah Nye made a strong debut against the Dallas Wings. In a commanding 112-78 victory, the defending 2x champions showed they haven't missed a beat, and Nye proved she's ready for the spotlight.

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The Aces came out firing on all cylinders, demonstrating their depth and dominance from the opening tip. Nye seized the opportunity to turn heads with her poised, confident performance. The rookie guard recorded 17 points, two rebounds, and two assists-a stat line that only tells part of her story.

Nye's scoring came with a mix of perimeter shooting and smart offensive movement, showing her potential as a true competitor in the league. Her energy and court awareness brought an extra spark off the bench, earning her a well-deserved appreciation post from the Aces on social media shortly after the game.

Fans and analysts alike took notice, with Nye trending in WNBA circles as a player to watch. With performances like this, the Aces can add yet another weapon to their loaded roster.


 

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