14 Times A’ja Wilson Led Her Team With Heart

A’ja Wilson’s career is a narrative of peak performances shaped by sheer will. From her rookie breakout to Finals dominance and record-shattering nights, she’s proven repeatedly that leadership is as much about character and hustle as it is about scoring. Each highlighted moment reflects not only her statistical mastery, but also the unspoken bond she forges with her teammates and fans — solidifying her legacy as a transformational force in the WNBA.

1. 2018 – June 16 vs. Indiana Fever (Rookie Breakout)

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A’ja Wilson’s quiet grin after a fierce block back in her rookie season said what words couldn’t; Las Vegas had found its cornerstone. Years later, in this 2022 Finals snapshot against Alyssa Thomas, you can see that same fire in her eyes, only sharper and more battle-tested. From her 35-point breakout to this championship run, Wilson’s rise was never just about scoring — it was about presence.

2. 2019 – June 29 vs. Indiana Fever (39-Point Career High)

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A’ja Wilson’s 39-point outburst in just her second year wasn’t just a scoring feat; it was a declaration of identity for the Aces. Her relentlessness set a tone that still echoes in moments like this 2022 Finals scramble, where Jackie Young dives headfirst for possession. Wilson’s fire didn’t stay in the stat sheet; it became the team’s DNA.

3. 2022 – WNBA Finals Game 1 vs. Connecticut Sun

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Before Alyssa Thomas made her push in Game 2, A’ja Wilson had already carved out the series tone with a 24-point, 11-rebound performance in the opener. Her control in the paint forced Connecticut to adjust, setting the stage for this tightly contested Finals showdown. In moments like the one pictured, you can feel the intensity she sparked rippling through every possession.

4. 2022 – WNBA Finals Game 4 vs. Connecticut Sun

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Before A’ja Wilson sealed the championship with 14 rebounds and ice-cold composure in Game 4, every battle, like this early rebound by DeWanna Bonner in Game 2, was part of the war. The Finals were a grind, with every possession a fistfight for control. Wilson didn’t win it with flash; she won it by outlasting moments just like this.

5. 2023 – WNBA Finals Game 1 vs. New York Liberty

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Whether in Aces red or Team USA blue, A’ja Wilson plays with the same commanding presence that defined her 19-point performance in Game 1 of the Finals. The second-half surge that night didn’t begin with a speech — it began with how she carried herself, just like in this All-Star moment. Her game does the talking, no matter the jersey.

6. 2023 – WNBA Finals Game 2 vs. Liberty

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The dominance A’ja Wilson flexed in Game 2 — 26 points, 15 rebounds, total control — was built across months of battles like this regular-season matchup against Minnesota. You can see the focus in her stance, the intensity that would later fuel a Finals statement. That sisterhood she embraced after the blowout was forged long before the confetti fell.

7. May 31, 2025 – vs. Los Angeles Sparks (Historic 35+/10+ with defensive flair)

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This shot from a 2023 game against the Sparks is familiar, but in 2025, A’ja Wilson rewrote the script against the same team with a stat line the league had never seen: 35+ points, 10+ boards, 3+ steals, and 3+ blocks. Her evolution is visible in every frame — power, control, and purpose. 

8. June 22, 2025 – vs. Indiana Fever (24 pts, 7 rebs, game‑sealing block)

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The block that sealed a gritty win over Caitlin Clark’s Fever felt like vintage A’ja — a continuation of the poise and power she’s shown for years, like in this Finals face-off with DeWanna Bonner. That signature composure, captured mid-shot here, is the same calm that anchored her in the game’s final seconds. When she says “not a normal A’ja,” it’s only because her standard is already extraordinary.

9. July 7, 2024 – vs. Dallas Wings (Franchise‑record‑setter)

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Becoming the Aces’ all-time leading scorer didn’t happen overnight — it was forged in moments like this 2022 Finals layup against the Sun, where A’ja Wilson’s footwork and finesse were already on full display. Against Dallas, she poured in 28 and delivered in crunch time, but the foundation had long been laid. Her history-making night was the natural result of years spent mastering the craft.

10. August 18, 2024 – vs. LA Sparks (34/13 masterclass)

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Long before she posted 34 points, 13 rebounds, five steals, and two blocks in a masterclass against the Sparks, A’ja Wilson was already orchestrating games like this 2022 Finals moment against Alyssa Thomas. Her ability to read the floor, control the pace, and lead with purpose has always been her trademark. The stat line may change, but the way she conducts the court stays the same.

11. June 5, 2024 – vs. Dallas Wings (Legendary 35/10/5 steals)

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Her record-setting performance against Dallas, 35 points, 10 boards, five steals, wasn’t a surprise to anyone who’s seen her lock in like this, controlling the ball under Finals pressure in 2022. That same poise and physicality carried her through a night of relentless hustle and historic numbers. Fearlessness isn’t new for A’ja — it’s been her default setting all along.

12. 2023 season – multiple 50‑point marathon

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Her 53-point masterpiece may have come later in the season, but moments like this celebration with Kelsey Plum show exactly what fueled it: joy, connection, and an unrelenting drive. That night, she owned the paint, hit from outside, and etched her name into league history. The pride in her eyes after 53 was the same pride that lit up this earlier moment: earned, not given.

13. 2023 Finals (All-around Finals MVP domination)

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The fire she showed in the 2023 Finals, averaging 23.8 points and 11.8 boards, was the same fire captured here during a regular-season battle with the Sparks. Every rebound, every bucket, every moment like this built toward the Aces’ title repeat. In the Finals, she didn’t just lead, but she pulsed at the center of everything.

14. 2025 – May 26–June 1 (Player of the Week heroics)

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Her 27-10-4-3-3 averages over two games weren’t just about numbers — they were about presence, chemistry, and joy, like this All-Star moment with Cheyenne Parker. That stretch, capped by a 35-point stunner, showed how she lifts everyone around her while dominating the court. Wilson’s 23rd Player of the Week honored leadership you can feel.

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