In a remarkable display of athletic prowess, Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson shattered the WNBA single-season rebound record on Tuesday night, pulling down seven rebounds in an impressive 85-72 victory over the Seattle Storm. With this accomplishment, Wilson now boasts a staggering 451 rebounds for the season, surpassing the previous record of 446 set by Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese, who sadly had to end her season early due to a wrist injury.

This latest achievement adds to Wilson’s already historic season, during which she also broke the single-season scoring record just last week and became the first player in WNBA history to surpass 1,000 points in a single season over the weekend. Yet, in the face of her monumental achievements, Wilson remained humble and focused on the team's overall performance. “That’s cool,” she stated post-game. “I mean, I’m 6-foot-4 and I’m around the basket. I hope I can grab a couple rebounds for my team. But my mindset is to score.”

As it stands, the Aces are positioned as the fourth seed heading into the playoffs, but there's potential for movement. They could ascend to the third seed if the Chicago Sky defeats the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, the last day of the regular season, while they take care of business against the Dallas Wings. Aces coach Becky Hammon expressed optimism about the team’s upcoming performances, saying, “Our best basketball is still in front of us, and we also know that we are starting to click.”

Meanwhile, the WNBA landscape is heating up as the Minnesota Lynx clinched the No. 2 seed after a nail-biting game against the Connecticut Sun. A last-second three-pointer from Bridget Carleton sealed a dramatic 78-76 victory. In a game filled with tension, there were eight lead changes in the final minutes, with star player Napheesa Collier leading the Lynx with 25 points. The Lynx has been on a roll, winning seven consecutive games and boasting an impressive 13-1 record since the Olympic break — a first for the franchise as they hit the 30-win mark in a season.

In the Eastern Conference, the New York Liberty secured the top overall seed after dominating the Washington Mystics with an 87-71 victory. Forward Breanna Stewart stood out, contributing a solid 15 points and 10 rebounds, while the Mystics struggled, tallying 16 turnovers and failing to take a lead after the first quarter.

As the WNBA playoffs loom closer, the excitement is palpable among fans and teams alike. Will the Aces achieve a historic three-peat this season, following in the footsteps of the Houston Comets, who won four consecutive titles from 1997 to 2000? With the stage set for an exhilarating playoff season, all eyes will be on these powerhouse teams as they vie for the coveted championship trophy.

Last Night’s WNBA Scores:

Minnesota Lynx 78 - 76 Connecticut Sun

New York Liberty 87 - 71 Washington Mystics

Chicago Sky 70 - 86 Atlanta Dream

Las Vegas Aces 85 - 72 Seattle Storm

Stay tuned for more thrilling developments as the WNBA season reaches its climax!