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A'ja Wilson Shatters WNBA Salary Record
16 Apr
Summary
- A'ja Wilson signed a three-year, $5 million fully guaranteed contract.
- Her new deal is the largest in WNBA history.
- The new CBA allowed for a larger percentage of the salary cap.
A'ja Wilson has signed the largest contract in WNBA history, a three-year, $5 million supermax deal fully guaranteed with the Las Vegas Aces. This landmark agreement surpasses previous records and reflects Wilson's value as a four-time MVP and three-time champion.
The new Collective Bargaining Agreement played a crucial role, allowing supermax contracts to represent a larger portion of the salary cap. Wilson, meeting the criteria for years of service and honors, was eligible for this significant compensation increase.
Her peers, including Brittney Griner, and the WNBA itself have congratulated Wilson on her historic achievement. Aces President Nikki Fargas lauded Wilson as "one of one," highlighting her transformative impact on the franchise and her grace on and off the court.
Wilson has been with the Aces since being drafted first overall in 2018. Last season, she averaged 23.4 points and 10.2 rebounds, earning her fourth MVP award, cementing her legacy as a dominant force in the league.
