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A'ja Wilson Signs Richest WNBA Contract to Return to Aces
The seven-time All-Star and four-time MVP is staying in Las Vegas after a historic season.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:23pm
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A'ja Wilson's record-breaking contract extension keeps the WNBA's reigning MVP and champion in Las Vegas, where she will look to lead the Aces to another title.Las Vegas TodayA'ja Wilson, the reigning WNBA MVP, WNBA Finals MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year, has signed the richest contract in WNBA history to return to the Las Vegas Aces. Wilson led the Aces to the WNBA championship last season, becoming the first player ever to win MVP, Finals MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year in the same year.
Why it matters
Wilson's new contract cements her status as the face of the WNBA and one of the most dominant players in the league's history. Her decision to stay with the Aces is a major win for the franchise and a testament to the team's ability to build a championship-caliber roster around its superstar.
The details
Wilson's new contract is reportedly worth over $1 million per year, making her the highest-paid player in WNBA history. The 26-year-old power forward has been with the Aces since being drafted first overall in 2018 and has led the team to the playoffs in each of her five seasons.
- Wilson led the Aces to the WNBA championship in 2025.
- Wilson won WNBA MVP, WNBA Finals MVP, and Defensive Player of the Year in 2025.
The players
A'ja Wilson
A seven-time WNBA All-Star and four-time WNBA MVP, Wilson is considered one of the best players in the league.
Las Vegas Aces
The WNBA franchise that Wilson has played for since being drafted first overall in 2018.
What’s next
Wilson's new contract will keep her in Las Vegas through the 2030 season, solidifying the Aces as a perennial championship contender.
The takeaway
A'ja Wilson's historic contract extension with the Las Vegas Aces is a major win for the WNBA, cementing the league's top star as the face of the sport for years to come.
