Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson has made history by winning the WNBA MVP award for an unprecedented fourth time. A source familiar with the voting process confirmed this achievement to the Associated Press on March 15, 2024, although an official announcement has yet to be made. This remarkable feat was first reported by ESPN.
Wilson’s previous MVP awards came in the 2020, 2022, and 2023 seasons, establishing her as one of the league’s most dominant players. She now stands alone in the record books, surpassing legends such as Sheryl Swoopes, Lisa Leslie, and Lauren Jackson, who each won the accolade three times. Notably, Wilson is one of only two players, alongside former Houston Comets star Cynthia Cooper, to have received the award unanimously.
During the 2023 season, Wilson led the league in scoring, averaging 23.4 points per game, and also topped the charts in blocked shots with an impressive average of 2.3. Her contributions were instrumental in helping the Aces secure a strong playoff position, culminating in a remarkable 16-game winning streak to finish the regular season. This success earned the team the No. 2 seed in the playoffs.
Other finalists for the MVP award included Napheesa Collier of Minnesota, Alyssa Thomas of Phoenix, Kelsey Mitchell of Indiana, and Allisha Gray of Atlanta. Wilson was also recently honored as the AP Player of the Year, further solidifying her status as a leading figure in women’s basketball.
As the Aces prepare for the playoffs, Wilson’s historic achievement adds to the excitement surrounding the team and the league. Her consistent performance and leadership on the court have made her a role model for aspiring athletes everywhere.