The Las Vegas Aces have announced the waiver of rookie guard Dyaisha Fair, a former standout at Buffalo and Syracuse. The move opens up roster flexibility for the Aces, who are currently in the midst of their championship chase.
**Las Vegas, NV** - The Las Vegas Aces have waived rookie guard Dyaisha Fair, the team announced today. Fair, a 2024 Associated Press All-America third team honoree, played three seasons for Buffalo starting in 2019-20, before transferring to Syracuse ahead of the 2022-23 season.
Fair played in 27 games with 23 starts for the Orange in her lone season with the program, averaging 13.4 points, 5.2 assists, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.5 steals per game. She led Syracuse to a 16-15 record and an appearance in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Aces selected Fair with the 18th overall pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft. Fair played in 16 games for the Aces during the 2023 season, averaging 2.8 points and 1.6 assists per game. She missed the last 13 games of the regular season due to a hamstring injury.
The Aces are currently in the midst of the WNBA playoffs, having advanced to the semifinals after defeating the Seattle Storm in the first round. Las Vegas will face the Connecticut Sun in the semifinals, with the series set to begin on Sunday, August 18.
The waiver of Fair opens up a roster spot for the Aces, who have been looking to add depth to their backcourt. Las Vegas has been linked to several free agents, including former All-Star guard Courtney Vandersloot.
Fair is a talented young player with a bright future in the WNBA. She is a skilled playmaker with a good feel for the game. Fair is also a solid defender and rebounder for her size.
The Aces are expected to make a run at the WNBA championship this year. The addition of a veteran guard like Vandersloot would give Las Vegas a much-needed boost in experience and leadership.
Fair's waiver is a sign that the Aces are committed to winning now. The team is in a position to contend for the championship, and they are making moves to improve their chances.
Fair is a talented player who will likely find a new home in the WNBA soon. She is a young player with a lot of potential, and she could be a valuable contributor to a team in the future.
