Las Vegas Aces Sign 4-Time MVP A'ja Wilson to Record $5 Million Deal

Franchise centerpiece stays in Vegas as Aces aim for WNBA dynasty

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:56am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented WNBA basketball game, with sharp planes of red, white, and black representing the dynamic action and energy of the sport.The Aces' record-breaking contract with superstar A'ja Wilson signals their intent to build a WNBA dynasty in Las Vegas.Las Vegas Today

The Las Vegas Aces have re-signed star player A'ja Wilson to a groundbreaking 3-year, $5 million supermax contract, the largest deal in WNBA history. Wilson, a 4-time league MVP, was the centerpiece of the Aces' championship teams in 2022 and 2023 and will now remain with the franchise as they look to make another title run.

Why it matters

Retaining A'ja Wilson, the face of the franchise and arguably the best player in the WNBA, is a massive move for the Aces as they aim to remain atop the league. The record-breaking contract shows the team's commitment to keeping their core together and building a dynasty in Las Vegas.

The details

The deal, negotiated by Klutch Sports Group, is fully guaranteed and makes Wilson the highest-paid player in WNBA history. The Aces have also re-signed key contributors Jackie Young and Jewell Loyd, and added Chennedy Carter, giving them a loaded roster primed for another championship push.

  • The Aces signed Wilson to the 3-year, $5 million contract on April 15, 2026.

The players

A'ja Wilson

The WNBA's first ever 4-time MVP, who has led the Las Vegas Aces to championships in 2022 and 2023.

Jade-Li English

An agent at Klutch Sports Group who negotiated Wilson's record-breaking contract.

Jackie Young

An Aces player who was re-signed this offseason.

Jewell Loyd

An Aces player who was re-signed this offseason.

Chennedy Carter

A new addition to the Aces roster this offseason, providing more scoring punch.

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What’s next

The Aces will look to make another championship push in the 2026 WNBA season with their core group intact, led by 4-time MVP A'ja Wilson.

The takeaway

The historic contract keeps the franchise centerpiece in Las Vegas as they aim for more WNBA titles, signaling the Aces' commitment to building a dynasty in Sin City.