The GIST: On Wednesday, Las Vegas Ace and two-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson shattered the league’s all-time single-season scoring record, notching 956 points (and counting) since Vegas’ May season opener. The regular season isn’t over just yet, but it’s never too early to give a superstar her flowers.
The numbers: The Aces have four regular-season games remaining, putting Wilson (who’s averaging 27.3 points per game) on track to become the first member of the WNBA single-season 1,000 point club. The friend of The GIST is also on her way to posting the highest single-season scoring average ever, a 2006 record currently held by the Phoenix Mercury’s Diana Taurasi.
- Additionally, Wilson is averaging a career-high double-double this season, keeping the two-time defending champ Aces on track despite an inconsistent showing from the squad. Putting the team on her back.
Zooming out: In a season that’s been dominated by headlines surrounding the outstanding rookie class, it’s easy to take Wilson’s consistent, top tier performance for granted. Make no mistake: there’s only one true frontrunner for league MVP. U’nanimous, indeed.