Key Takeaways
- A’ja Wilson has signed a three‑year, $5 million supermax contract with the Las Vegas Aces, the largest guaranteed deal in WNBA history.
- The salary will start at $1.4 million for the 2026 season and rise in subsequent years, tied to 20% of the team’s salary cap under the league’s new revenue‑share model.
- Wilson, drafted No. 1 overall in 2018, is a four‑time MVP, three‑time champion, and the first player ever to win scoring title, MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP in a single season (2025).
- The re‑signing retains roughly 90% of the Aces’ scoring output from their 2025 championship roster, reinforcing Las Vegas’ status as a perennial title contender.
- Beyond the court, Wilson is a two‑time Olympic gold medalist, a seven‑time All‑Star, and a vocal leader who has pledged to stay with the only franchise she’s known for her entire eight‑year WNBA career.
On April 15, 2026, ESPN reported that A’ja Wilson, the WNBA’s first four‑time MVP, has agreed to a three‑year, $5 million supermax contract to remain with the Las Vegas Aces. The deal, negotiated by her agent Jade‑Li English of Klutch Sports Group, is fully guaranteed and represents the largest financial commitment ever made to a WNBA player. While the Aces announced the retention, they did not disclose the exact figures; the details were confirmed by league sources.
Under the terms of the agreement, Wilson will earn $1.4 million for the upcoming 2026 season. That figure is set to increase over the following two years, as her compensation is linked to 20 % of the team’s salary cap. The increase is made possible by the WNBA’s new revenue‑share model, which allocates a higher proportion of league income to player salaries and allows franchises to offer larger supermax deals while staying within cap constraints.
Wilson’s impact on the floor is unmatched. In the 2025 season she became the first player in either the WNBA or NBA to capture the scoring title, MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Finals MVP all in one year. She averaged 23.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 2.3 blocks, and 1.6 steals while shooting 50.5 % from the field. Those numbers helped the Aces secure their third championship in four seasons, with Wilson earning Finals MVP honors for the second time.
The re‑signing preserves roughly 90 % of the Aces’ scoring production from their 2025 title‑winning roster. Las Vegas returned 75.5 of the 83.6 points per game generated last season, ensuring that the core of the championship team remains intact. President and General Manager Nikki Fargas praised Wilson’s leadership, stating that she has “catapulted [the franchise] into the history books” and exemplifies confidence, authenticity, and grace both on and off the court.
Wilson herself has been vocal about her commitment to Las Vegas. Speaking at a USA Basketball national team training camp, she said, “I love Vegas. I’m not leaving Vegas… I’m looking to win another one. I’m looking to defend a championship that we have in Las Vegas. I’m looking to get better as a leader, as a player. Everything else just kind of falls in line.” Her loyalty is notable; she has spent her entire eight‑year WNBA career with the Aces after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2018 draft.
Beyond her professional accolades, Wilson’s résumé includes a historic college career at South Carolina under coach Dawn Staley, where she helped the Gamecocks win the 2017 NCAA women’s basketball title. Internationally, she is a two‑time Olympic gold medalist, having topped the podium with Team USA at the Tokyo Games in 2021 and again at the Paris Games in 2024. She is also a seven‑time WNBA All‑Star, a five‑time All‑First Team selection, and a four‑time member of the All‑Defensive First Team.
The supermax deal not only rewards Wilson’s extraordinary on‑court production but also signals the Aces’ intent to remain a dominant force in the league. By locking up their franchise cornerstone through the 2028 season, Las Vegas aims to build on its recent success, pursue additional championships, and continue elevating the profile of women’s basketball worldwide. The contract reflects both the growing financial power of the WNBA and the unique value that a player like A’ja Wilson brings to her team, her fans, and the sport as a whole.