Indiana Fever Upset Las Vegas Aces in WNBA Semifinals Game 1 Amid Player Exchanges

The WNBA semifinals between the Indiana Fever and Las Vegas Aces have been highly competitive, with the Fever winning the opening game despite significant injuries to key players like Sophie Cunningham. Cunningham criticized A'ja Wilson and the Aces for not giving the Fever enough credit after Game 1, especially highlighting Aliyah Boston's strong defense on Wilson, which limited the MVP to an uncharacteristically low shooting performance. Despite Wilson's struggles early in the series, her teammate NaLyssa Smith has provided crucial support both offensively and defensively, helping the Aces regain momentum with a Game 2 blowout win. The Fever, now trailing 2-1 after a key Game 3 loss, must win the next game at home to stay alive in the series. Throughout the series, Cunningham has been vocal about the physicality of the matchup and the lack of recognition for the Fever's efforts, while also defending relationships off the court, such as with Connecticut Sun's Bria Hartley following Cunningham's injury. The series continues to showcase intense competition, strategic adjustments, and strong individual performances as the Fever fight to extend their playoff run.