Posts by Matthew Walter

Matthew Walter covers the Las Vegas Aces, the Pac-12 and the WCC for the Next. He is a former Director of Basketball Operations and Video Coordinator at three different Division I women's basketball programs.

Team Stewart wins the 2023 All-Star game that was full of smiles

July 16, 2023

The 2023 All-Star game was a great time had by all and filled with many memorable moments

Why Alysha Clark’s versatility has allowed her to fit right in on the Aces

July 3, 2023

Despite only playing 16 games with the Aces, Alysha Clark has fit like a glove so far.

Las Vegas Aces offense attacking inside more as opponents try to stop Kelsey Plum

June 21, 2023

“I get trapped every ball screen, it’s fricking annoying … This year, man, some days I feel like I’m in prison.”

Kelsey Plum drives during the WNBA game between the Las Vegas Aces and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut, USA on June 06, 2023. Photo Credit: Chris Poss

What to take away from the Aces’ first loss and four-game road trip

June 9, 2023

“We’re starting to put the pieces together. I don’t think we are playing our best basketball. I think we’re growing on this road trip because we have been put on the ropes a little bit.”

How an adjustment in shooting mechanics helped change Jackie Young’s game

June 4, 2023

Confidence boost from Becky Hammon, workouts with Tyler Marsh turned Young into ‘Silent Assassin’

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) raises the trophy while surrounded by her teammates after winning the 2022 WNBA Championship series between the Las Vegas Aces and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut

Sights and sounds from the Las Vegas Aces’ 2022 title ring ceremony

May 28, 2023

A look at a night that will never be forgotten in the history of Las Vegas sports.

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) raises the trophy while surrounded by her teammates after winning the 2022 WNBA Championship series between the Las Vegas Aces and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut

2023 WNBA season preview: Las Vegas Aces

May 18, 2023

Is another title in the cards for the Las Vegas Aces?

Wearing a baseball cap commemorating the Las Vegas Aces' 2022 WNBA championship, head coach Becky Hammon sits at the podium and answers questions from reporters.

WNBA announces punishment in Las Vegas Aces investigation

May 16, 2023

Pick rescinded, suspension for Becky Hammon

An investigation update and a draft pick: Inside WNBA draft night with the Aces

April 12, 2023

‘We’re very excited that Brittany Davis was available’

90 starts, one Final Four: How Iowa’s starters got the Hawkeyes to Dallas

March 27, 2023

‘You could get sick of each other after that many games, right? They honestly love each other.’