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Dawn Staley praises A’ja Wilson as greatest women’s basketball player ever

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 7:25 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Dawn Staley praises A’ja Wilson as greatest women’s basketball player ever

Summary

Dawn Staley recently declared A’ja Wilson the ‘best women’s basketball player ever’ following Wilson’s historic achievement of five MVP awards in the WNBA. This accolade places Wilson above other legends in women's basketball like Lisa Leslie and Maya Moore. Staley referenced past controversies surrounding MVP voting when expressing her admiration. Wilson's career also includes multiple championships, and her latest MVP season averaged 26.2 points and 9.4 rebounds. Staley’s comments underscore the significant impact Wilson has made in the league and college basketball, where Staley coached her before her professional career.

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By the Numbers

•A’ja Wilson won her fifth MVP award this week.
•Staley coached Wilson at South Carolina from 2014 to 2018.
•Wilson has three WNBA championships alongside her MVP titles.
•Staley criticized past MVP voting decisions regarding Wilson.
•Other players like Leslie and Moore also featured in the greatest discussion.

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7:25 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Not Even Close’ — Dawn Staley Makes Feelings Clear on the ‘Greatest Women’s Basketball Player Ever’

What they're saying

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A’ja Wilson has already accomplished more than most players could dream of in the WNBA. The Las Vegas Aces superstar has won multiple championships and MVP awards, putting her right up there with some of the greatest players in women’s basketball history.
— Yahoo Sports

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