A’ja Wilson Named AP WNBA Player of the Year for Third Consecutive Season
A'ja Wilson has been named the AP WNBA Player of the Year for the third consecutive year, according to a national media panel.
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 27, 2026 —
Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson has been honored with the Associated Press (AP) WNBA Player of the Year award. This marks the third consecutive season Wilson has received this prestigious accolade, a testament to her consistent dominance in the league.
The selection was made by a national media panel, underscoring the widespread recognition of Wilson’s impact on the game. Wilson’s repeated achievement highlights her status as one of the premier athletes in women’s professional basketball.
The award celebrates an athlete’s overall performance, leadership, and contribution to their team throughout the season. While specific statistics or voting details from the national media panel were not provided in the summary, Wilson’s consistent recognition suggests a strong performance across key metrics that influence such awards.
Wilson has become a pivotal figure for the Las Vegas Aces, known for her scoring ability, defensive presence, and leadership on the court. Her sustained excellence has been a driving force behind her team’s success.
The AP WNBA Player of the Year award is one of the most significant individual honors in the WNBA, voted on by members of the media who cover the league extensively. Winning it for a third straight year places Wilson in rare company among WNBA legends.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.
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