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A’ja Wilson has secured her future with the Las Vegas Aces after agreeing to a record-breaking contract extension that reinforces her status as the franchise’s centerpiece.
According to reports, Wilson has signed a three-year deal worth $5 million, the largest contract in WNBA history. The agreement, which was negotiated by Jade-Li English of Klutch Sports Group, is fully guaranteed and reflects both her dominance on the court and the league’s evolving financial structure.
The deal also signals a shift in how top players are compensated. With a new collective bargaining agreement and revenue-sharing model on the horizon, Wilson is expected to earn about $1.4 million in the upcoming season. Her salary will continue to rise over the life of the contract, tied to a percentage of the team’s salary cap, marking a significant step forward for player earnings in the league.
Wilson enters this new chapter following one of the most remarkable seasons in basketball history. In 2025, she achieved a rare sweep of major awards, claiming the scoring title, Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP in the same season. No player in either the WNBA or NBA had accomplished that feat before. She averaged 23.4 points and 10.2 rebounds, leading the Aces deep into thepostseason once again.
Since being selected first overall in the 2018 draft out of University of South Carolina, where she played under renowned coach Dawn Staley, Wilson has built an elite résumé. She has won three WNBA championships and earned two Olympic gold medals, establishing herself as one of the most accomplished players of her generation.
Her new contract also represents a significant change from her previous deal, which was relatively modest compared to her impact. Despite being one of the league’s top performers, she had been earning less than some teammates under her earlier agreement.
Wilson has made it clear that her decision was not just about finances. Speaking recently at a USA Basketball camp, she expressed her commitment to Las Vegas, saying she had no interest in exploring free agency. She emphasized her connection to the city and the organization, noting that it remains the only professional home she has known.
With this extension, both Wilson and the Aces continue their partnership, aiming to build on their success while shaping the future of the league.
According to reports, Wilson has signed a three-year deal worth $5 million, the largest contract in WNBA history. The agreement, which was negotiated by Jade-Li English of Klutch Sports Group, is fully guaranteed and reflects both her dominance on the court and the league’s evolving financial structure.
The deal also signals a shift in how top players are compensated. With a new collective bargaining agreement and revenue-sharing model on the horizon, Wilson is expected to earn about $1.4 million in the upcoming season. Her salary will continue to rise over the life of the contract, tied to a percentage of the team’s salary cap, marking a significant step forward for player earnings in the league.
Wilson enters this new chapter following one of the most remarkable seasons in basketball history. In 2025, she achieved a rare sweep of major awards, claiming the scoring title, Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP in the same season. No player in either the WNBA or NBA had accomplished that feat before. She averaged 23.4 points and 10.2 rebounds, leading the Aces deep into thepostseason once again.
Since being selected first overall in the 2018 draft out of University of South Carolina, where she played under renowned coach Dawn Staley, Wilson has built an elite résumé. She has won three WNBA championships and earned two Olympic gold medals, establishing herself as one of the most accomplished players of her generation.
Her new contract also represents a significant change from her previous deal, which was relatively modest compared to her impact. Despite being one of the league’s top performers, she had been earning less than some teammates under her earlier agreement.
Wilson has made it clear that her decision was not just about finances. Speaking recently at a USA Basketball camp, she expressed her commitment to Las Vegas, saying she had no interest in exploring free agency. She emphasized her connection to the city and the organization, noting that it remains the only professional home she has known.
With this extension, both Wilson and the Aces continue their partnership, aiming to build on their success while shaping the future of the league.