Aces give A’ja Wilson injury update, defend MVP’s choice to miss FIBA World Cup
Amid criticism surrounding A’ja Wilson’s choice to miss the FIBA World Cup, the Las Vegas Aces are prioritizing the four-time WNBA MVP’s health.
The Las Vegas Aces are defending their star player A’ja Wilson's decision to miss the FIBA women's World Cup, emphasizing her health needs. Coach Becky Hammon revealed that Wilson is dealing with back issues, which may explain her limited playing time during the World Cup. The Aces believe Wilson will be fit for the final four games of the WNBA regular season, helping them secure the third seed and potentially another championship run.
Hammon pointed out that similar decisions are often made by male athletes, such as LeBron James, who missed the 2006 FIBA World Cup. Team USA's early success in the World Cup has drawn criticism from some media personalities, with former ESPN talent Linda Cohn speculating that Wilson's absence was due to insecurity. However, the Aces' general manager, Nikki Fargas, stressed that player health is their top priority, even if it means adjusting the roster.
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