Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever: A Timeline of the Rivalry

The Early Years

The Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever have been two of the most successful teams in the WNBA since their inception in 1997. The two teams have met in the WNBA Finals three times, with the Aces winning in 2022. The rivalry between the two teams is one of the most intense in the league, and it has been marked by some memorable moments.

The First Meeting

The first meeting between the Aces and Fever took place on June 21, 1997, in Las Vegas. The Aces won the game 83-75, and they would go on to win the first two meetings between the two teams. The Fever would finally get their first win against the Aces on August 2, 1997, in Indianapolis.

The 2000s

The 2000s was a decade of dominance for the Indiana Fever. The Fever won the WNBA Championship in 2009, and they also made the Finals in 2004 and 2009. The Aces, on the other hand, struggled during this decade. They made the playoffs just once, in 2008, and they were eliminated in the first round.

The Rivalry Heats Up

The rivalry between the Aces and Fever heated up in the 2010s. The two teams met in the WNBA Finals in 2015, and the Aces won in three games. The Fever would get their revenge in 2016, when they defeated the Aces in the Finals in three games. The two teams would meet again in the Finals in 2022, and the Aces would win in three games.

The Present

The Aces and Fever are both coming off of successful seasons in 2022. The Aces won the WNBA Championship, and the Fever made it to the WNBA Finals. The two teams are expected to be competitive again in 2023, and their rivalry is sure to continue to be one of the most intense in the league.

The Future of the Rivalry

The future of the Aces-Fever rivalry is bright. Both teams are young and talented, and they are both expected to be competitive for many years to come. The rivalry is sure to continue to be one of the most exciting in the WNBA, and it is sure to produce some more memorable moments in the years to come.