Another Unanimous Decision for Wilson

A’ja Wilson captured the WNBA MVP award twice—first in 2020 and again in 2022, with dominant performances in both seasons. In 2020, she averaged 20.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game, leading the Las Vegas Aces to the WNBA Finals during the bubble season. Her defensive presence and leadership were instrumental in making the Aces one of the league’s top teams.

In 2022, Wilson elevated her game even further, averaging 19.5 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game while shooting over 50% from the field. Her all-around brilliance helped the Aces secure their first-ever WNBA Championship, solidifying her place as one of the most dominant forces in the league.

A’ja’s Previous First Team Selections:

2019 – Her second season in the league, Wilson earned her first All-WNBA First Team nod after an impressive sophomore campaign with the Las Vegas Aces.

2020 – Wilson had a standout year in the WNBA “bubble” season, winning the WNBA MVP award and leading the Aces to the Finals.

2022 – Another MVP season for Wilson, where she led the Aces to their first-ever WNBA championship and further solidified her place as one of the league’s top players.

2023 – Wilson continued her dominant play, again earning an All-WNBA First Team spot after leading the Aces to a top-seed finish and another deep playoff run.

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All-WNBA First Team

• Napheesa Collier – Minnesota Lynx
• A’ja Wilson – Las Vegas Aces
• Breanna Stewart – New York Liberty
• Caitlin Clark – Indiana Fever
• Alyssa Thomas – Connecticut Sun

All-WNBA Second Team

• Sabrina Ionescu – New York Liberty
• Kahleah Copper – Phoenix Mercury
• Nneka Ogwumike – Seattle Storm
• Arike Ogunbowale – Dallas Wings
• Jonquel Jones – New York Liberty