The Las Vegas Aces acquired forward NaLyssa Smith in a trade with the Dallas Wings for a 2027 first-round draft pick, the team announced on Monday afternoon. The Aces haven't had a first-round pick in three years, and the decision to trade for Smith came as a surprise to many in the WNBA, including Smith herself.

The Las Vegas Aces traded for NaLyssa Smith, giving up a 2027 first-round pick and waiving two players. Smith was surprised but open to joining Vegas.