Last Updated on August 2, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Las Vegas Aces 2019 featured a balanced attack led by A’ja Wilson and Liz Cambage, who provided the team’s primary interior scoring, rebounding, and defensive presence. Kayla McBride stretched the floor with reliable perimeter scoring, while Jackie Young and Danielle Robinson shared playmaking duties. The Aces relied on a strong inside-out offense, controlled the glass effectively, and received meaningful production from multiple contributors across the rotation.

HeatingUp Impact Index: Regular Season Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
A’ja Wilson Starter/Star [1.1] 28.5 High [1.2] 16.5 6.4 1.8 2.2 70.6 Defensive anchor and interior centerpiece who remained the Aces’ most important two-way piece despite missing time. Her ability to defend the rim, score from the mid-post, and handle increased attention drew praise from analysts who viewed her as one of the league’s fastest-rising young stars. All-Star selection (2019)
Liz Cambage Starter/Star [1.1] 25.2 High [1.2] 15.9 8.2 2.1 2.2 70.3 Dominant interior scorer who gave Las Vegas a true offensive hub after joining the roster. Her combination of post scoring, passing from the block, and rim protection changed how opponents defended the Aces, though reporters frequently noted the challenge of balancing her high-impact stretches with conditioning and consistency. All-Star selection (2019), All-WNBA Second Team (2019)
Kayla McBride Starter/Star [1.1] 29.1 High [1.2] 13.3 4.1 2.6 1.3 53.5 Perimeter scoring threat who provided spacing and veteran shot creation in a frontcourt-heavy offense. Her improved three-point shooting gave Las Vegas another outlet when defenses collapsed on Wilson and Cambage, while her defensive competitiveness remained part of her reputation. —
Dearica Hamby Key Contributor [1.05] 24.8 Medium [1.1] 11.0 7.6 1.9 1.4 46.0 Versatile forward who became one of the Aces’ most valuable energy players through rebounding, defensive flexibility, and transition play. Coaches and media frequently highlighted her ability to change games without requiring designed touches, especially against bigger frontcourts. Sixth Woman of the Year (2019)
Kelsey Plum Key Contributor [1.05] 25.5 Medium [1.1] 8.6 2.8 3.0 0.9 34.7 Combo guard adjusting to a reduced scoring role while taking on more playmaking duties. Her quickness attacking the lane and willingness to pressure the ball defensively helped balance a roster built around elite interior talent. —
Jackie Young Key Contributor [1.05] 22.6 Medium [1.1] 6.6 3.3 4.5 1.2 33.9 Rookie guard who handled significant responsibility immediately, often functioning as a connector between scorers. Coverage of her first season focused on her composure, defensive versatility, and ability to impact possessions despite an inconsistent outside shot. All-Rookie Team (2019)
Tamera Young Key Contributor [1.05] 18.5 Low [1.0] 5.3 3.6 2.0 0.8 25.4 Veteran wing used as a defensive-minded rotation piece who provided toughness and positional flexibility. Her role centered more on stabilizing lineups and defending multiple spots than creating offense. —
Sydney Colson Bench [1.0] 11.5 Low [1.0] 3.3 0.7 1.8 1.0 13.6 Reserve point guard who supplied energy, ball pressure, and steady minutes behind the primary creators. Her value came from maintaining tempo and competing defensively in short stretches. —
Sugar Rodgers Bench [1.0] 11.6 Low [1.0] 3.4 1.5 1.2 0.8 13.8 Bench shooter brought spacing and veteran experience to the perimeter rotation. Her ability to stretch defenses was useful, although her role was limited behind a crowded group of guards and wings. —
Carolyn Swords Bench [1.0] 8.9 Low [1.0] 2.6 2.2 0.3 0.3 10.8 Reserve center providing traditional post minutes, screening, and rebounding when the Aces needed size. Her opportunities decreased with the arrival of Cambage, leaving her mainly in a depth role. —
Epiphanny Prince Bench [1.0] 9.3 Low [1.0] 4.3 0.7 1.0 0.6 13.2 Veteran guard appeared in a limited sample but showed the perimeter scoring ability that had defined her career. Her short stint made it difficult to establish a larger role in the rotation. —
JiSu Park Bench [1.0] 6.5 Low [1.0] 0.8 1.1 0.4 0.4 5.4 Young international center continued developing behind established frontcourt players. Her minutes were primarily developmental, focused on gaining experience with positioning and physicality at the professional level. —
Jaime Nared Bench [1.0] 1.0 Low [1.0] 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 Reserve wing received only a brief appearance, leaving little opportunity to evaluate a consistent role within the Aces rotation. —
Las Vegas Aces Totals — 224.9 — 91.5 41.0 22.2 12.3 — Combined regular-season production from all listed players. —

HeatingUp Impact Index: Playoff Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Liz Cambage Starter/Star [1.1] 30.6 High [1.2] 23.6 11.4 2.0 3.0 97.7 Interior offensive force who dominated the postseason with deep post position, elite finishing, and rim protection. Her ability to draw double teams opened space for Las Vegas shooters, while her rebounding presence controlled possessions against bigger playoff frontcourts. —
Kelsey Plum Starter/Star [1.1] 35.0 High [1.2] 15.2 4.8 7.8 0.2 71.3 Lead guard who expanded her role as a playoff creator, consistently pushing tempo and making reads out of pick-and-roll actions. Her improved efficiency and aggressive passing gave the Aces another offensive engine alongside their dominant frontcourt. —
A’ja Wilson Starter/Star [1.1] 33.6 High [1.2] 13.4 7.8 1.6 2.6 64.9 Two-way cornerstone who impacted games through interior defense, rebounding, and efficient scoring opportunities. During the postseason, opponents focused heavily on slowing her inside touches, but her mobility and defensive instincts remained central to Las Vegas’ identity. —
Kayla McBride Starter/Star [1.1] 32.6 High [1.2] 14.0 3.2 3.0 0.4 54.1 Veteran perimeter scorer who provided crucial spacing around the Aces’ elite frontcourt. Her willingness to take difficult perimeter attempts and attack defensive rotations gave Las Vegas a dependable secondary scoring option in playoff situations. —
Dearica Hamby Key Contributor [1.05] 28.4 Medium [1.1] 12.0 7.0 3.0 0.8 51.7 Versatile forward who became a matchup problem with her rebounding, defensive activity, and ability to stretch the floor. Her playoff role reflected the trust coaches placed in her ability to impact possessions without needing designed touches. —
Jackie Young Key Contributor [1.05] 12.4 Low [1.0] 5.8 1.8 2.6 0.0 21.4 Young perimeter player providing secondary ball-handling and defensive energy in limited postseason minutes. Her role was mainly about learning playoff pace while supporting established creators. —
Tamera Young Bench [1.0] 12.4 Low [1.0] 5.0 1.2 2.4 0.4 18.0 Veteran wing used for situational minutes, bringing defensive toughness and experience rather than a high-volume offensive role. Her ability to guard multiple positions helped maintain lineup flexibility. —
Carolyn Swords Bench [1.0] 5.0 Low [1.0] 2.0 2.0 0.3 0.0 8.6 Reserve center provided brief interior minutes with screening and rebounding responsibilities. Her opportunities were limited because Las Vegas relied heavily on Cambage and Wilson together. —
Sugar Rodgers Bench [1.0] 5.4 Low [1.0] 0.6 1.0 0.2 0.2 4.0 Perimeter reserve who saw a small postseason role. Her main value came from veteran experience and the ability to provide shooting depth when needed. —
JiSu Park Bench [1.0] 4.7 Low [1.0] 0.7 0.7 0.0 0.0 2.8 Young reserve center appeared briefly during the playoffs, gaining experience in a high-pressure environment behind established frontcourt stars. —
Sydney Colson Bench [1.0] 2.8 Low [1.0] 0.6 0.2 0.2 0.2 2.4 Backup guard received limited postseason action, primarily serving as depth in the backcourt rotation. —
Epiphanny Prince Bench [1.0] 1.7 Low [1.0] 0.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.4 Veteran guard appeared only briefly, providing emergency backcourt depth during the postseason run. —
Las Vegas Aces Totals — 174.5 — 94.2 45.1 23.5 7.8 — Combined playoff production from all listed players. —