A'ja Wilson Spills On the #WNBA, Her Legacy, the MVP Disrespect, @LVAces Dynasty & More!

Las Vegas Aces Center A'ja Wilson is Boardroom's newest cover star. In this story, she sits with Boardroom's Reporter & Digital Creator, Vinciane Ngomsi for an array for topics including team chemistry and the sacrifices the back-to-back champions have made to create a cohesive environment, her integral relationships with South Carolina Gamecocks Coach Dawn Staley and Aces Head Coach Becky Hammon and how she's laser focused "ring chasing," or plainly, on winning a third championship in a row. Later, A'ja discusses what it'll take for her to become the next GOAT, a 4th place MVP vote that still haunts her and how the city of Las Vegas has rallied around her squad despite only recently becoming a sports city. Wilson also gets candid on the moment the WNBA has found itself in, and the importance of the league being ready to meet the demand and expectations that come with increased exposure. Also, with the Paris Olympics on the horizon, Wilson discusses the hope of carrying the legacy of USA Basketball to a gold medal this summer, her substantial "glow up" that she credits to making her own money and the role that her parents played in her development and success. Lastly, A'ja discusses her marketability and how much she values the companies like AT&T, Ruffles, Gatorade and more who've invested in her greatness throughout her career. She also shares how she values being an 'imperfect person,' and how it brings her closer to her fanbase, her recent bestselling book ‘Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You’ and expounds on the lasting legacy she hopes to leave with everyone who watches her play.

[dwds]

She looks freaking GORGEOUS in this interview!! She always looks amazing, but there's like a lightness and glow to her now. I can't wait to watch this team fight their way to a 3-peat!! That back court is crazy...especially once CG gets back in there and joins them (hoping she won't miss too many games to start this season). A'ja, Kiah Stokes, Kelsey Plum, Alysha Clark, Jackie Young, Dyaisha Fair, Kate Martin, etc...that roster is TOUGH!!! 💪🏾🏀

[Mrcruzan]

Talk about what a beautiful woman A'ja is, inside and out. Her personality is the best.🎉 Let's go Aces. Three peat.

[KRYSTALHATCHETT]

How could you not enjoy watching A'ja Wilson game she gives her ALL when she steps on the court!!

[phDST]

See how they said "budding goat" regarding A'ja. A'ja has done so much and received so many awards collegiately and professionally. This is realistic. This is why people push back on using the word "goat" so loosely.

[Rafricki]

The WNBA is no longer a trend, yes ladies you are a movement! I've watched more WNBA games this year than I watched NBA, and I'm proud to say that! Keep shining ladies!

[bige]

It's a little scary if this is just the tip of the iceberg for A'ja... it is such a joy to watch her on the floor

[LaJuneGotOils]

Congratulations A’ja! You deserve the world! Go get that ring and show dem yall are THEM! No pressure, just go play.

[itsabraham]

Love A’ja. Always enjoy her interviews. How she carries herself on and off the court. Class, personality and when she’s on the court a ruthless competitor.

[charlottemarshall]

And people saying you couldn't market around this woman is crazy. The W fumbled the marketing package on her.

[ak_hoops]

Such a stand up woman. Love all of this. Genuinely at awe with everything about A'ja, still can't believe I met her. So eager to see all that she does. Protect her God!

[shag]

Amazing season last year !Lets’s go I’m here for it 💯

[QuintonDeton]

This women been a real one. Top tier always A'ja. 🔥🔥🔥

[kandijones]

We South Carolinians are very proud of Aj'a Wilson and Kamilla Cordoso our former Lady GameCocks 💪❣️❣️❣️

[normamcgill]

I love her Spirit and her energy. A'ja Wilson is such a class act on and off the court. I love this interview!!!

[asfame]

Delayed but not denied..what a beautiful spiritually gifted women A’ja Wilson is..keep standing 10 toes down she’s an inspiration for so many I love the realness & modesty in her..your a phenomenal person/professional WNBA player..very fun to watch you definitely get the job done #beastonthecourt..keep standing 10 down..MVP all day in my book

[Djglambeats]

You are truly a inspiration to me and for all young black women

[loc]

This young lady is AMAZING! I know your parents are proud of you! Keep shining and leading the way! M’VP!

[Xaxameti]

"I am my ancestors' wild dream." Wow 👌 I love it! ❤️

[timbryant]

A'ja you are perfect to me. Keep being you.

[msugrl]

You can thank Rebecca Hobo Lobo for their 4th place vote. I will always think that. A'ja will be heralded as a GOAT once it is said and done. I wish some (CC) could have some of the humility A'ja has. She gives props to those around her and understands the work must come as a team (CC could also learn from that).