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NYT Daily • August 24, 2025

Las Vegas's W.N.B.A. team

Answer:

ACES

Hint:

This team’s name reflects a perfect hand in poker and dominates the W.N.B.A. court.

Explanation:

The clue refers to the professional women's basketball team based in Las Vegas, which is part of the W.N.B.A. (Women's National Basketball Association). The team's name, "Aces," plays on both the card game term (since Las Vegas is famous for gambling) and the idea of excellence—being the best or "top of the deck." It’s a straightforward reference, so no hidden wordplay, just a direct nod to the city’s culture and the team’s identity.

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