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A’ja Wilson- From Las Vegas Aces star to WNBA legend with 30 points and 20 rebounds in a game

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In the world of women’s basketball, A’ja Wilson is not only the brightest star of the Las Vegas Aces but also a symbol of perseverance, bravery and the ability to constantly break through. From her early days shining at the college level to becoming one of the greatest players in WNBA history, this WNBA season has seen her continue to perform at her peak, affirming her position as one of the best players of all time.

A Promising Start at College

Wilson began her career on the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team, where she quickly proved herself to be a special talent. With the team, she won the NCAA championship in 2017 and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. That success laid a solid foundation for her professional future.

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Continued success in the WNBA

  Upon entering the WNBA, Wilson was selected first overall in the 2018 draft by the Las Vegas Aces. She quickly became a mainstay of the team, leading the Aces to great success. In recent years, she and her teammates have won back-to-back WNBA championships in 2022 and 2023.

   Wilson’s individual accomplishments are also impressive. She has been named the WNBA Player of the Year twice in 2020 and 2022, and Defensive Player of the Year twice in 2022 and 2023. She was also named the WNBA Finals Most Valuable Player in 2023, cementing her status as the best player.

Recent performance

  On August 11, 2025, Wilson made history when she recorded 32 points and 20 rebounds, leading the Las Vegas Aces to a comeback win over the Connecticut Sun. This made her the first player in WNBA history to record at least 30 points and 20 rebounds in a game. It was also her third double-double in just four games.

30 Point, 20 Rebound Double Double
30 Point, 20 Rebound

  Throughout the 2025 season, Wilson maintained an incredible performance, averaging 22.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game, while improving her assist rate to a career-high. Despite the Aces’ struggles in the standings, she remained a solid support, maintaining 30-point and double-double records multiple times throughout the season.

Honors and career highlights

A’ja Wilson has a formidable collection of achievements:

  • 3-time WNBA MVP (2020, 2022, 2024)
  • 2-time WNBA Champion (2022, 2023) and Finals MVP (2023)
  • 2-time Defensive Player of the Year (2022, 2023)
  • 6-time All-Star and 3-time WNBA All-Star
  • WNBA single-season rebound record (2024)
  • Olympic gold medalist Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024

In addition to her success at the club level, Wilson has also been a key figure for the US team, making her mark at the Olympics and World Cup, while setting records for points, rebounds, and blocks.

30 Point, 20 Rebound
A’ja Wilson

Conclude

From her early days in the WNBA to today, A’ja Wilson has consistently proven herself through hard work, discipline, and a desire to win. The 2025 season has proven that at her peak, she can not only maintain her form, but also continue to push the limits – becoming an inspiration to a generation of young players and fans around the world.