A'ja Wilson Achieves Another Major WNBA Career Milestone

Reigning WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces showcased their resilience after the All-Star break with a decisive 101-78 victory over the struggling Connecticut Sun on Thursday night. Aja Wilson, the Aces' star player, delivered an impressive performance, tallying 20 points, four assists, and three rebounds. This game marked Wilson's 2,400th career field goal, a significant milestone in her storied career.

Earlier this season, Wilson etched her name in the record books by becoming the fastest player to reach 6,000 points in WNBA history. Currently, Wilson holds the prestigious titles of reigning WNBA MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and WNBA Finals MVP. She is the only player in WNBA history to have won four consecutive MVP awards. Furthermore, she stands as a strong contender for the MVP award this season.

Wilson's scoring prowess is unmatched, leading the WNBA with an average of 26.1 points per game. She also contributes defensively, averaging 2.1 blocks per game. Despite her numerous accolades, Wilson remains humble and focused on her goals. When asked about being labeled as the GOAT, Wilson responded to ESPN's Malika Andrews, "It's crazy.

When people say it, it's truly crazy because you think about so many people that have been on this list of GOATs, and I just wouldn't imagine my name being on it at this point of my career. I'm just like, Uh-uh, I still got so much to do. I still have to keep going. I want more."

The Aces will continue their strong form as they take on the Toronto Tempo on Sunday, Aug. 23, followed by a rematch against the Tempo on Friday, Aug. 28. With the 2026 FIBA women's basketball World Cup approaching in early September, the WNBA will take a multi-week break, providing Wilson and her team ample time to rest and prepare for the next challenge.