Chelsea Gray Wins $200K Basketball Showdown

Las Vegas Aces star dominates 'Battle of the Grays' tournament in Miami

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Chelsea Gray, a standout player for the Las Vegas Aces and four-time WNBA champion, won the $200,000 Unrivaled 1v1 basketball tournament in Miami, defeating Allisha Gray of the Mist in a thrilling final game. Gray overcame an early deficit to claim the championship in the star-studded field.

Why it matters

This victory further solidifies Chelsea Gray's reputation as one of the premier players in women's basketball, as she outperformed a talented 24-player field that included several other WNBA stars. The significant $200,000 prize also highlights the growing financial rewards available in women's basketball.

The details

In the final game, Allisha Gray built a 6-0 lead, but Chelsea Gray's playoff experience and defensive intensity allowed her to mount a comeback, tying the game at 6-6 before securing the win. Gray's performance underscored her clutch ability, as she out-hustled her opponent for a crucial rebound that led to the championship-clinching shot.

  • The tournament took place on Saturday, February 19, 2026 in Miami, Florida.

The players

Chelsea Gray

A standout star of the Las Vegas Aces and a four-time WNBA champion, Gray won her first Unrivaled 1v1 tournament title, adding to her impressive basketball resume.

Allisha Gray

A player for the Mist, Allisha Gray faced off against Chelsea Gray in the intense final game of the Unrivaled tournament.

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What they’re saying

“You just got to take care of the moment and the rest will happen. You dig deep a lot when it's 200k on the line and we were both battling.”

— Chelsea Gray (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

Chelsea Gray's consistent excellence in the Unrivaled tournament and the WNBA will likely lead to continued recognition and opportunities for the star player.

The takeaway

Chelsea Gray's victory in the high-stakes Unrivaled tournament, where she outperformed a field of talented WNBA players, further solidifies her status as one of the premier athletes in women's basketball and highlights the growing financial rewards available in the sport.