LAS VEGAS (May 7, 2024)—Las Vegas Aces General Manager Natalie Williams announced today that the team has waived rookie forward Angel Jackson.
Selected by the Aces at No. 36 in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Jackson was a two-time SWAC Defensive Player of the Year while playing for Jackson State. She averaged 9.6 points and 7.0 rebounds in her two seasons at Jackson State, while blocking 171 shots in 64 games. Jackson transferred to JSU after playing her first three seasons at USC.
The Aces, who will play a preseason game against Puerto Rico on May 11 in South Carolina, tip-off their season against Phoenix at 7 pm on May 14 at Michelob ULTRA Arena. Fans are encouraged to arrive early, as prior to the game the Aces will receive their 2023 WNBA Championship rings and unveil their championship banner in Michelob ULTRA Arena.