Although it was not a perfect, problem-free season for the Las Vegas Aces, it came pretty close.
The Aces not only became the first back-to-back champions in 21 seasons, but also established themselves as one of the best teams in WNBA history. Let’s celebrate the Aces’ outstanding 2023.
A dominant title defense
As head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1980s, Pat Riley conceptualized the “disease of more,” describing how players’ desire for more opportunities, accolades and attention detrimentally can degrade a team’s togetherness and, in turn, success. The Aces, in contrast, appeared inoculated from the disease, only infected with the desire for more—more talent, more wins and more dominance.
The unexpected addition of a pair a high-profile free agents—Candace Parker and Alysha Clark—indicated Vegas’ commitment to chasing championships. While a foot injury prevented Parker from having the intended impact, Clark proved the perfect complement, evidenced by her Sixth Player of…
