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WNBA·August 8, 2026 01:02 PM ET

A'ja Wilson turns 30 with four WNBA MVP awards

Three titles and two Finals MVPs came before her birthday

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 81 min read
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She's the birthday 🤩 Here's ALL the accolades that A'ja Wilson has accomplished in the W before the age of 30! LVA-MIN

What happened: A'ja Wilson, the first overall pick in 2018, won Rookie of the Year that season. She has since earned seven All-Star selections and five All-WNBA first-team honors.

Why it matters: Wilson also became a three-time Defensive Player of the Year before turning 30. Her 2025 MVP was her second straight and established a league record.

By the numbers: MVP seasons: 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2025. Championship seasons: 2022, 2023 and 2025. Finals MVP seasons: 2023 and 2025.

What to watch: The LVA-MIN matchup in WNBA Rivals Week is next on the league slate.

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