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You didn’t have to watch last year’s WNBA Playoffs to know the New York Liberty had unfinished business with A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces. It was apparent from the start in Game 1 of their semifinals series, which the Liberty won, 87-77, at Barclays Center to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five […]

As the Las Vegas Aces prepare to take on the New York Liberty, Aces guard Kelsey Plum dropped her truth on her teammate and MVP, A’ja Wilson. “I want to go to war with someone who isn’t afraid of the moment,” Plum said, via Khristina Williams on X. Wilson certainly isn’t afraid of the moment. […]

The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Seattle Storm to advance to face the New York Liberty in the second round of the playoffs. Game 2 came down to the final minutes, but the Aces were able to hold on by the help of several of their stars. After the game, A’ja Wilson was interviewed and […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson continues to set records. After taking home the first unanimous MVP award in 27 years, Wilson started making playoff history on Tuesday night with a massive 24-point, 13-rebound performance to close out the Seattle Storm. Wilson’s strong outing helped her set the WNBA record for most playoff games with […]

The Las Vegas Aces pulled out all the stops in their Game 1 win against the Seattle Storm. After a rough first half from Aces 2024 MVP A’ja Wilson, she found reinforcement. Tiffany Hayes had 12 points in the second quarter and finished with 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting. The Aces were trailing at the end […]

The Las Vegas Aces know that the WNBA championship isn’t won during the 40-game regular season grind. They know to save their best for when it matters the most, and to end the regular season, A’ja Wilson and the Aces turned up, winning nine of their last 10 games to come into their first-round matchup […]

With the WNBA playoffs underway, the Las Vegas Aces are attempting to become only the second team in history to win three consecutive championships. A big reason why they have shot to do so is because of star player A’ja Wilson. Before the Aces opening round playoff game against the Seattle Storm, A’ja Wilson won […]

If there was a word to describe A’ja Wilson, the proper term would be dominant. The Las Vegas Aces are expected to win another title because of her leadership throughout the season even with the departure of Candace Parker. As a result of those on-court efforts and intangibles, she also won the WNBA MVP award. […]

There’s no question that people are buying into A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo’s romance, including their respective team’s social media. After Wilson was unanimously named MVP of the league earlier, the Miami Heat’s social media account didn’t waste any time poking fun at their relationship. “A’random photo of Bam on this lovely Sunday,” the account […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson is the Most Valuable Player of the WNBA. Wilson is chosen as the unanimous selection, for the first time in the league in more than 25 years, per SNY TV. The last time a player got chosen MVP unanimously was Cynthia Cooper in 1997. Wilson has had a terrific […]

The Las Vegas Aces have plenty of advantages heading into the WNBA Playoffs. Even with Aces center A’ja Wilson playing historically, they have something crucial over every other team. Experience. Las Vegas has more experience than any other team in the playoffs. They have a combined 273 playoff games played, which is the most in […]

There is no doubt that most believe that the best player in the WNBA is Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson who just took the record for most rebounds in a season from rookie Angel Reese. On top of the Aces star already having the points record, she and her Aces head coach Becky Hammon […]

A’ja Wilson continues to tower over her peers; she is the undisputed best player in the WNBA today, and she seems to be well on her way to a third MVP award — all the while leading the Las Vegas Aces in their pursuit of their third straight championship. And in the process of doing […]

While playing in the pros takes most athletes away from their hometowns, they never forget where they came from. This is true, at least, for Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, who sounded pleased to be in the company of New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson and two-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson. All three players come […]

The Memphis Grizzlies could have one of their best seasons of the 2020s era in 2024-25. Memphis is set to receive the services of star point guard Ja Morant back from a season-ending shoulder injury. However, Morant is not just focused on the Grizzlies’ success. He gave Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson major props for […]

Aces star A’ja Wilson is having arguably the greatest individual season in WNBA history, and she checked another milestone off the list on Sunday. During the Aces’ win against the Connecticut Sun, Wilson knocked down a jumper to give her 1,000 total points scored on the season. The presumptive league MVP is the first player […]

Two-time WNBA MVP and Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson made league history in their 84-71 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday as she became the first player to score 1,000 points in a single season. This achievement has earned recognition from LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, and the Miami Heat’s Bam […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was all hype as A’ja Wilson became the first WNBA player in history to score 1,000 points in a season during the Las Vegas Aces’ 84-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. A few days earlier, Wilson had also broken the WNBA’s single-season scoring record set by Jewell […]

Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson made history once again in the Aces 86-75 victory over the Indiana Fever. She scored 27 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, three steals and two blocks. Wilson now holds the single-season scoring record, after passing Jewel Loyd’s mark of 939 in 2023. Following the game, Wilson expressed sincere gratitude to […]

If there was any question about Bam Adebayo and A’ja Wilson possibly dating, they’ve definitely been making it more noticeable the past few weeks. During the Las Vegas Aces’ game against the Indiana Fever, A’ja Wilson put her name in the record books once again, recording the most points ever in a WNBA season. Wilson […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was tired Wednesday night. She said so at the podium following the 86-75 defeat to the Las Vegas Aces. Clark shot 6-for-22 from the field, which is the most shots she’s taken all season. She shot 1-for-10 beyond the arc, which is her lowest percentage in any game so […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson made history on Wednesday night, becoming the WNBA’s all-time leader in total points in a single season during the Aces’ 86-75 win over the Indiana Fever. Despite the focus being on her scoring, Wilson still was showing out on both ends of the floor as usual. During the third […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson made WNBA history on Wednesday night, breaking the league’s all-time record for points in a single season. Wilson eclipsed Jewell Loyd’s old record of 939 points during the Aces’ matchup with Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in Indianapolis. She broke the record on a midrange jumper in the […]

The Las Vegas Aces got unfortunate news on Sunday as star A’ja Wilson was ruled out for the heavyweight battle with the New York Liberty. The Aces went on to lose a close game, 75-71, and the absence of Wilson was evident. On Wednesday, the Aces face off against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever just dodged back-to-back home defeats Sunday, beating the Atlanta Dream in overtime, in which both teams hit triple digits. Next up, the Fever host the back-to-back defending champions Las Vegas Aces Wednesday and Friday night, looking to lock up the No. 6 seed for the playoffs. To […]

The Las Vegas Aces suffered a blow recently when leading MVP candidate A’ja Wilson was forced to miss their loss to the New York Liberty on Sunday due to a foot injury. While Wilson’s status against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday is still unknown, the Aces helped fortify their roster on Monday by signing backup […]

The Las Vegas Aces’ four-game winning streak was snapped on Sunday after a nail-biting matchup against the New York Liberty, who came out on top, 75-71. The Aces were without their star player, A’ja Wilson, but kept up the fight to the very end. “We always come prepared for a war,” Aces’ coach Becky Hammon […]

The Las Vegas Aces are gearing up for a 2023 WNBA Finals rematch with the New York Liberty on Sunday afternoon, and it’s safe to say fans are going to be pumped up for this game. However, the Aces were dealt a pretty big blow regarding their best player in A’ja Wilson ahead of this […]

The Las Vegas Aces defeated the Connecticut Sun 72-67 on Friday night. Kelsey Plum led the Aces with 27 points. Expected MVP A’ja Wilson added 20 points to go along with eight rebounds and two steals in the Aces’ victory. Plum had kind words to say about Wilson following the win, via Dime. “She’s just […]

A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo dating rumors are beginning to swirl following something that occurred on Wednesday morning. Adebayo was being honored at an event by receiving the keys to the city of Miami-Dade County. Wilson was present at the event and she received a shoutout from mayor Daniella Levine Cava, via Will Manso of […]

The Las Vegas Aces picked up a third straight win on Tuesday in front of a crowd of 18,000 at T-Mobile Arena with a crazy 90-71 win over the Chicago Sky. Two-time MVP A’ja Wilson led the back-to-back champions to victory, posting 30 points. Three of her star teammates also contributed double figures in Tuesday […]

For most players, the “look good, play good” mantra works, but for A’ja Wilson, she’s just trying to get wins. The Las Vegas Aces star has been rocking a white t-shirt before her games, and it seems to be working in her favor. In the last five games, Wilson is averaging 30.6 points, 12.8 rebounds, […]

After securing the No. 4 seed, the Las Vegas Aces made an intriguing late-season signing on Monday. They added some more depth to their front court, as they signed former Indiana Fever center Queen Egbo to a seven-day contract, according to the Aces. The news comes after Egbo spent July and August with the Washington […]

While rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have brought new eyes to the WNBA, but the real face of the league remains Las Vegas Aces star and two-time MVP A’ja Wilson, who just played a monster game in their win against the Phoenix Mercury. In their 97-79 win, Wilson scored 40 points and grabbed 17 […]

Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson is at the center of the WNBA MVP discussions this 2024 season, and Seattle Storm legendary point guard Sue Bird spoke believes she has the edge over the other candidates. “What I find interesting about MVP conversations is that they change each year based on standings or if a […]

The Las Vegas Aces are victorious again after an 83-72 win against the Atlanta Dream on Friday at home at Michelob Ultra Arena. The defeat also means a seat at the WNBA playoffs table and an inch closer to the three-peat.  A’ja Wilson led the Aces with 26 points. The two-time MVP continues her record […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson is on the cover of NBA 2K25 along with Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum. WNBA legend and Wilson’s former teammate Candace Parker shared a message with the Aces star amid the 2K cover honor, via NBA 2K. A heartfelt message from one Cover Star to another 🥹@Candace_Parker 🫶 @_ajawilson22 […]

September is around the corner, which means the release of NBA 2K25 is almost here. This year’s edition of the franchise’s video game has been taken to a whole other level, and there aren’t many people closer to it than Ronnie 2K himself. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was named the cover athlete for NBA […]

The Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson is not quite the same household name that her WNBA counterpart Caitlin Clark is, but she has carved out quite a name for herself as arguably the best women’s basketball player on the planet. Wilson and her peers will be featured in the upcoming NBA 2K25 video game, a […]