A’ja Wilson’s 2024 season stood out as one of the most remarkable in league history. Her accolades for that year were impressive, highlighted by a unanimous MVP selection and records for points and rebounds in a single season.
So, how does someone like A’ja top such a historic performance? Well, perhaps by revealing other facets of her game.
Admittedly, 2025 wasn’t quite as stellar for A’ja. It seems almost impossible to envision an even improved version of her 2024 self. Still, she’s averaging 22.3 points—ranking third in her career—along with 9.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game. Notably, in the last two games leading to the All-Star break, she scored 71 points with a shooting record of 27-41 and pulled down 26 rebounds across those contests.
This season has introduced a new element to her game: playmaking. Following a significant offseason change where the Ace traded point guard Kelsey Plum, Wilson has stepped in to help fill the void.
Interestingly, her usage rate has decreased from last season, yet her assist rate has soared to a career-high. Before this year, her best assist rate was around 15.6% while on the court.
This season, that number has leaped to 23.9%. This shift indicates her growing responsibilities on the court. Over 17 games, she generated 147 points through assists, signaling an uptick in her game pace to a career-high by season’s end.
Despite this uptick in playmaking, her assist-to-turnover ratio has actually improved compared to the last two seasons. The team is leaning heavily on her more than ever, and she’s rising to the occasion.
Through all of this, A’ja has maintained her commanding presence. She’s recorded three games scoring 30 points or more, each accompanied by double-doubles. Napheesa Collier remains the only other player achieving this level of performance.
The situation is critical for Las Vegas. Despite A’ja’s notable improvements and strong performance, the Ace is struggling more than ever. What once seemed like a solid foundation now appears to be crumbling.
Instead of competing for the No. 1 seed, the Ace finds itself fighting just to secure a playoff spot, often struggling even as A’ja shines.
This season kicked off with a notable loss against Liberty, where A’ja scored 31 points and grabbed 16 rebounds. A few weeks before the All-Star break, they suffered a heavy defeat to the Fever, despite Wilson scoring 29 points.
A’ja has to perform exceptionally well, yet it still hasn’t been enough. This raises questions about the team’s direction and whether continuing down this path is the wisest choice or if it might be time to reassess their strategy.
This larger question about the franchise highlights a crucial point: A’ja remains dominant, but the supporting cast might not measure up.
The future for the Ace seems uncertain, as has been the case for a while. However, what’s becoming increasingly apparent is that as her skills broaden, there seem to be no limits to what A’ja can accomplish on the basketball court.
