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Dawn Staley supports A'ja Wilson's MVP case ahead of playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 5:16 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Dawn Staley supports A'ja Wilson's MVP case ahead of playoffs

Summary

Dawn Staley, head coach of South Carolina, strongly endorsed A'ja Wilson for the MVP award as the WNBA season nears its end. With the Las Vegas Aces needing to win their final two games to secure the No. 3 seed, Wilson is leading the league in scoring and blocks per game. She has been named MVP multiple times and recently made history with her second 1,000-point season. While Staley acknowledged Kelsey Mitchell and Olivia Miles as worthy competitors, she emphasized Wilson’s standout performance throughout the season.

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By the Numbers

•A'ja Wilson leads WNBA in scoring at 26.2 points per game.
•Wilson recently became the first with multiple 1,000-point seasons.
•The Aces aim to secure the No. 3 seed in upcoming games.
•Staley praises Wilson as the best player over competitors.
•Las Vegas Aces have won three WNBA championships with Wilson.

Latest Updates

5:16 PMYahoo Sports — “You Can Argue With a Wall”: Dawn Staley Makes Strong MVP Case for A’ja Wilson Over Kelsey Mitchell and Olivia Miles

What they're saying

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The Las Vegas Aces enter the final week of the WNBA season needing to win their final two games to finish as the No. 3 seed, but their four-time MVP has delivered standout work.
— Yahoo Sports

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