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USA Today via Reuters

A triumphant moment echoes through the streets of Las Vegas. WBNA’s Las Vegas Aces have won their 2nd straight championship against New York Liberty. The echoes of pride and joy can be heard for miles. Floyd Mayweather Jr, the boxing legend in his own right, took to social media to offer his words to the Aces team for their remarkable achievement.

Winning a championship the first time in itself is not an easy feat, but the Aces came out the other side with two. Greatness recognizes greatness, and this holds especially true for ‘Money’ Mayweather, who actively supported the Las Vegas Aces’ Championship, a remarkable achievement.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Expresses Pride

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The Las Vegas Aces emerged victorious once again, solidifying their reign as the undisputed champions of the basketball world. Mayweather a man of immense impact, penned down a five-word message that reverberated throughout the sports community. His words, though brief, encapsulated the essence of the Aces’ relentless pursuit of excellence and their unwavering commitment to greatness. “Congrats to the Las Vegas Aces.”

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The Aces, with their exceptional roster of talented athletes, including A’ja Wilson, who was named the WNBA Finals Most Valuable Player, led the initiative. Floyd and A’ja collaborated before, leveraging their foundations, to distribute free school supplies to children in Las Vegas. The Aces showcased unparalleled teamwork, determination, and skill throughout the season. With determination, they carved a path to victory, leaving a trail of awe-inspired spectators in their wake.

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Mayweather’s message was short, but the impact was great. Coming from a sports bigwig, it is a mark of true greatness. Undoubtedly, it is also a major win for women and little girls, everywhere. The Aces’ achievement was a testament to their relentless pursuit of excellence.

A game to remember!

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The Las Vegas Aces achieved their second consecutive WNBA championship. This was done by narrowly defeating the New York Liberty with a final score of 70-69. A’ja Wilson, later crowned MVP, played a significant role in achieving this victory. She contributed 24 points and 16 rebounds.  According to USA Today, Wilson’s exceptional performance was instrumental in orchestrating a comeback for the Aces during the second half of the game.

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The Las Vegas Aces won their second consecutive WNBA championship, defeating the New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4. Despite being behind by 12 points, the Aces took the lead in the third quarter. Moreover held on to win the series 3-1. Notably, they achieved this victory without two injured starters, Chelsea Gray and Kiah Stokes. Alysha Clark stepped up, contributing 10 points and eight rebounds. The win marked the Aces as the first team since 2002 to claim back-to-back WNBA championships.

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Floyd Mayweather Jr recognizing The Las Vegas Aces achievement speaks volumes about what true sportsmanship is really like. In this unique cross-over between sports, one thing is clear, no matter what discipline one goes into, determination, tenacity, and resilience always shine through. A’ja Wilson’s outstanding performance, combined with the team’s collective efforts, enabled them to secure their second consecutive win, a feat that will be remembered in the annals of sports history.

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