At 30 years old and in her ninth WNBA season, A’ja Wilson has reached another historic milestone by becoming the first player in league history to achieve multiple seasons with over 1,000 points. The Las Vegas Aces quickly celebrated their star center’s accomplishment on Instagram, reinforcing her status as one of the WNBA’s greatest players.
Wilson’s 30-point performance against the Seattle Storm on Sunday pushed her past the 1,000-point mark for the second time, following her 1,021-point season in 2024. In that game, the Aces dominated the Storm 114-77, with Wilson also contributing eight rebounds and four assists. Before that, she was at 991 points after scoring 29 in a prior matchup with Seattle.
Leading the charge for a consecutive championship, four-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson is posting impressive stats this season, averaging 26.1 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.4 steals, and 2.0 blocks per game. She tops the league in both points and blocks, ranks fourth in rebounds, and has made a compelling bid for Defensive Player of the Year.
Wilson continues to break WNBA records, and the Aces’ roster is built around her dominance. Earlier this season in June, again versus Seattle, Wilson became the fastest player to reach 6,000 career points, doing so in just 278 games—shattering Diana Taurasi’s previous record of 291 games. That night, she posted 34 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, and three blocks, further bolstering her reputation as one of the all-time greats.
Aces head coach Becky Hammon praised Wilson after the Seattle game, saying, “It seems like she’s breaking a record every day, so you start to lose track of them. Nothing surprises me with that woman. Tonight, she had nine assists. She just continues to get better.” Hammon also highlighted Wilson’s offensive versatility, noting her ability to dribble, score midrange, back down defenders, shoot threes, and nail free throws, making her nearly impossible to guard.
This season, Wilson crossed the 6,500-career-point mark and became only the second player in WNBA history to record at least 6,500 points, 2,500 rebounds, and 500 blocks, achieving the scoring milestone 106 games faster than Candace Parker.
In 2024, Wilson set a new WNBA record for most points in a single season, although Indiana Fever’s Kelsey Mitchell recently surpassed that mark. Mitchell, however, expressed admiration for Wilson, calling her “one of the GOATs for a reason.”
With three regular-season games remaining, Wilson still has the opportunity to improve on her 2024 scoring total. If not for missed games this season, she might have already reclaimed the single-season scoring record. Given her recent performance—86 points in the last three games—Wilson could very well challenge Mitchell’s record once again.
Currently, the Aces hold a 28-13 record, placing them third in the standings, with aspirations of earning a higher playoff seed. Despite injuries to key players, the team remains strong contenders for the WNBA title. With Wilson opting out of the FIBA World Cup, she appears focused and ready for a deep postseason run.
The path back to the WNBA Finals will be challenging, as other teams have improved significantly. Unlike last year, the Aces do not have the best odds to win, with the Lynx leading at -120, according to FanBoard’s recent release. Still, if any player can shift the balance decisively, it’s A’ja Wilson.
Fan Take: A’ja Wilson’s continued dominance redefines what it means to be a superstar in the WNBA, inspiring a new generation of players and fans alike. Her record-breaking performances elevate the league’s visibility and competitiveness, promising an exciting future for women’s basketball.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
