A'ja Wilson wins her third straight WNBA MVP and record fifth overall

Las Vegas Aces forward A'ja Wilson has won the WNBA Most Valuable Player award for the 2026 season, according to ESPN. The honor marks her fifth MVP recognition and establishes a league record. Wilson is also the first player in WNBA history to capture the award three consecutive seasons. In addition, she became the first player in the league to average at least 25 points per game while shooting 50% from the field and 40% from three-point range in a single season. Her scoring average for the year ranks as the second‑highest in WNBA history, trailing only the record she set herself two years ago. The announcement was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania on social media Wednesday. Sources: FOX5 Vegas Read the full story at 8 News Now →