Becky Hammon knows Tuesday's Commissioner's Cup championship delivers exactly what fans want. The Las Vegas Aces face the New York Liberty in a clash between the WNBA's two winningest franchises over the past three seasons, with both teams combining for nine All-Stars and six MVP awards.

New York's recent skid has raised questions despite their Cup berth. The Liberty lost four of five games, with Satou Sabally now in concussion protocol indefinitely. Meanwhile, Aces guard Chennedy Carter returned from a five-game absence, bolstering their bench scoring. The teams split their previous meetings, with New York winning 87-76 on June 23.

Statistically, the Liberty hold advantages in three-point shooting (10.2 per game vs 8.5) and free throw percentage (84.6% vs 76.6%). In their last matchup, New York made five more threes and dominated the line 14-6. A'ja Wilson managed just 16 points, well below her 25.7 PPG average.

The Aces need better perimeter defense and more from Na Lyssa Smith, who grabbed only one rebound in the June 23 loss. Home court won't intimidate Las Vegas, winners of three championships on the road. This Cup final offers both teams a measuring stick for October, with A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart set to renew their rivalry.