The Las Vegas Aces vs. Phoenix Mercury WNBA finals series was an intriguing one, given the fact that both teams had enough star power to turn the game in their side’s favor. Both teams even had a massive fan following, with the Aces winning the recent championships.
The mix of all this was a confirmed blockbuster series, which showed in the opening game of the Las Vegas Aces’ Finals set a 28-year viewership record against the Phoenix Mercury. Now the ratings of the first three games are out, and the results are incredible.
Las Vegas Aces-Phoenix Mercury Finals Set WNBA Record
The WNBA finals contestants had different paths to the finals; the Aces had to play through elimination games, while the Mercury advanced to the final with an extra rest day. But the Aces were dominant in the series, winning the championship in four games.
Their gameplay, though, once again won the hearts of fans as they broke viewership records when ESPN released the ratings. According to the statistics, the numbers are the best in the league’s 25-year history.
The WNBA is seeing its best Finals viewership through 3 games in 25 years.
— Margaret Fleming (@mgfleming12) October 10, 2025
Game 1: 1.9 million viewers
Game 2: 1.2 million viewers
Game 3: 1.3 million viewershttps://t.co/F2VgTOqXq4
The series had a comeback win in the first game, the second game was a domination by the hosts, while the third game needed a game-winner to settle the thriller. These games not only entertained the fans but also showcased the quality of WNBA teams.
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One interesting fact to consider is that the Aces set the WNBA Semifinals series viewership record in the series against the Indiana Fever. Now, with the high viewership in the finals, Becky Hammon’s team has established itself as one of the most followed franchises. The key reason for this surge could be A’ja Wilson.
A’ja Wilson Reacts To Michael Jordan Comparisons
A’ja Wilson’s record-breaking Finals MVP leads the Las Vegas Aces to a 2025 WNBA title sweep over the Phoenix Mercury. Four major accolades in a single season were a record-setting feat. The player quickly drew comparisons with NBA greats like LeBron James and Michael Jordan.
“When you’re compared to legends, that means you’re doing something right, and I’m so grateful, but I would never be who I am without my teammates,” she said, reacting to the comparison.
The Aces star matched Jordan’s feat as the only player with MVP, Finals MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and the scoring title in the same season. While MJ achieved it four times, the 29-year-old forward did it for the first time in the WNBA.
Additionally, Wilson became just the fourth player in basketball history to be named MVP four times before the age of 30 — a feat previously achieved only by legends such as LeBron James, Wilt Chamberlain, and Michael Jordan himself. With a rise in her popularity and status as the most outstanding player, the former South Carolina player is in a league of her own.