Las Vegas Aces vs Minnesota Lynx Final Score & Over/Under Result — Aug 8, 2026

Minnesota's 11-point victory over Las Vegas landed squarely over the market total of 182.5, with the combined score finishing at 185. DAGGER leaned over, and it cashed.

The opening quarter set the tone for a high-scoring affair, with the teams combining for 53 points—the game's most prolific frame. Minnesota built early separation in the second half, extending what had been a tight contest. The Lynx dominated the third quarter while the Aces stayed competitive late, but Las Vegas could never fully close the gap. A first-half combined 94 points gave way to a slightly slower second half at 91, yet the total still cleared the pregame number by 2.5 points.

Olivia Miles led Minnesota with 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Napheesa Collier added 22 points and 5 rebounds. For Las Vegas, Jackie Young paced the offense with 23 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist; A'ja Wilson contributed 16 points and 8 rebounds. The Aces' NaLyssa Smith delivered a double-double effort with 14 points and 11 rebounds alongside 4 assists. Minnesota's balanced scoring and Minnesota's recent defensive form (89.7 allowed per game over its last 10) ultimately proved the difference in keeping Las Vegas just below 90 points while the Lynx closed the door at 98.