Tuesday's Game 2 against the Las Vegas Aces is do-or-die for the Seattle Storm after they lost Game 1 on Sunday. Storm fans hope that starting center Ezi Magbegor will be cleared to play after spending the past week and a half recovering from a concussion.
Seattle opened the fourth quarter with a one-point lead but lost by double digits, 78-67. A'ja Wilson started the game cold, shooting 1-of-8, but finished with 21 points. Kelsey Plum shot 1-of-8 for two points. The start of the game went in the Storm's favor, but they couldn't close.
It would be a huge boost if Magbegor played. The Storm need their defensive anchor. Head coach Noelle Quinn said the expectation is that the center will return to the lineup, but of course, her health is the top priority.
I just want to reiterate the importance of one Ezi Magbegor. There are so many things she does that doesn’t make a stat sheet. All those things is what Seattle is missing
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Ezi Magbegor's status for tonight's game vs. Aces
Ezi Magbegor (concussion) isn't on the injury report. She missed the final three games of the regular season and the first playoff game with the injury she suffered on Sept. 13 in a win over the Wings.
Storm injury report
Ezi Magbegor (concussion) is available.
Aces injury report
The Aces injury report is clear. Queen Egbo (illness) will be active.
Projected starting lineups tonight
Las Vegas: Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, A'ja Wilson, Kiah Stokes
Seattle: Skylar Diggins-Smith, Jewell Lloyd, Nneka Ogwumike, Gabby Williams, Ezi Magbegor
How can I watch Storm-Aces Game 2?
Game 2 between the Storm and Aces will tip-off at 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. Check out fuboTV for a free seven-day trial if you need a streaming service.
Date and time for Storm-Aces Game 3 (if necessary)
If Seattle wins Game 2, the Storm will host Game 3 on Thursday, Sept. 26. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2, but there isn't an official time yet.