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Becky Hammon defends load management even if Aces have to ‘take the L’ vs. Liberty

The Las Vegas Aces' load management strategy has sparked debate after a lopsided loss to the New York Liberty.

By · Published August 12, 2026  16:57 UTC · Updated August 13, 2026  22:27 UTC

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Becky Hammon defended the Las Vegas Aces' decision to rest key players, including A'ja Wilson, citing a demanding schedule. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 54d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The Las Vegas Aces' load management strategy has sparked debate after a lopsided loss to the New York Liberty.
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The Las Vegas Aces' decision to rest key players A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young ahead of their game against the New York Liberty has drawn significant attention. The Aces, who had just completed a grueling back-to-back road trip, opted to prioritize player health and recovery. This move came under scrutiny as the Liberty capitalized on the absence of the Aces' stars, securing a dominant 111-71 victory.

Marine Johannes led the Liberty with a career-best performance, scoring 40 points. The Aces' coach, Becky Hammon, defended the team's load management strategy, questioning the WNBA's scheduling and the demands placed on players. She argued that the intense travel and back-to-back games were unsustainable.

The Liberty's Breanna Stewart expressed relief at avoiding what could have been a 'trap game' against a depleted Aces roster. The debate over load management in the WNBA continues, with fans and analysts weighing in on the balance between player health and competitive integrity.

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Why did the Las Vegas Aces rest their key players?

The Aces rested A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young after a brutal back-to-back road trip to prioritize player health and recovery.

How did the New York Liberty perform against the Aces?

The Liberty secured a dominant 111-71 victory over the Aces, with Marine Johannes scoring a career-high 40 points.

What is Becky Hammon's stance on load management?

Becky Hammon defends the Aces' load management strategy, questioning the WNBA's scheduling and the demands placed on players.

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WNBA Las Vegas Aces New York Liberty Load Management Becky Hammon Marine Johannes

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