A'ja Wilson's MVP Case Just Got Wild, And Nobody's Ready For This Sunday Showdown
Alright, Seattle, buckle up! If you're not paying attention to what A'ja Wilson is doing right now, you are officially missing out on something absolutely electric. This Sunday afternoon, it's the Golden State Valkyries rolling into Michelob ULTRA Arena to face off against the Las Vegas Aces for their third clash of the season, and let me tell you, the stakes are SKY-HIGH. We're talking 4 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+, so clear your schedule. This isn't just another game, folks, this is MVP-level drama in the making, and the Valkyries' defense is about to get a serious test.
Aces Are Rolling (Mostly)
The Aces are sitting pretty with an 11-4 overall record, and they’ve been on a tear, winning seven of their last eight games. Yeah, they hit a speed bump with a shocking 96-66 loss to Dallas on Monday, and nobody wants to see that kind of blowout. But you know what? True champions bounce back, and they did exactly that two days later with an 86-76 win against Phoenix. That Phoenix game? It wasn't just a win, it was a statement. They piled up 18 steals, showcasing some serious defensive potential that should make the rest of the league take notice. Plus, that victory snagged them a ticket to the Commissioner's Cup Championship against the New York Liberty on June 30. That's big time!
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Wilson's MVP Case Is Just Bonkers
Look, A'ja Wilson already has a WNBA-record four MVP awards. Four! And yet, she’s out here playing like she’s still got something to prove. She is absolutely the top candidate to win it again this year, and for good reason. She's leading the entire league in scoring with a ridiculous 26.1 points per game, shooting an efficient 52.6% from the field. And get this: she also leads the league in blocks with 2.2 per game, while pulling down 9.1 rebounds, which puts her in the top five. Just earlier this week, she was an absolute force in that 86-76 win over the Mercury, dropping 33 points on 55% shooting, grabbing 10 rebounds, dishing out three assists, snagging five steals, and swatting away two blocks. That wasn't just a good game; it marked her fourth 30-point outing and eighth double-double of 2026. Oh, and she’s leading all players in initial All-Star fan voting too. Yeah, she's built different.
Old Team, New Colors For Kiah Stokes
The Golden State Valkyries aren't exactly slouches, coming into this matchup at 10-6 overall. They had a strong run with four consecutive victories before hitting a wall with an 81-75 loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Friday. Even in that loss, though, they put up an impressive showing against the top team in the league, with Cecilia Zandalasini dropping a career-high 23 points. This is only their sixth meeting ever, with the Aces holding a 5-1 all-time series lead. Golden State's only win came in their very first encounter back in 2025. The Aces took their two earlier matchups this season, including an 84-79 victory in Las Vegas on June 6, where Wilson had 28 points and 14 rebounds, Jackie Young added 27, and Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 27. And don't forget the Kiah Stokes factor! This is her first year with the Valkyries as their starting center after spending four seasons with the Aces and winning three titles alongside many of her current opponents. Talk about a spicy reunion!
So, here we go, Seattle! Sunday afternoon, 4 p.m. ET. Aces vs. Valkyries. Can the Valkyries' defense step up and be that tough test for A'ja Wilson? Or will she continue her absolutely insane MVP campaign and blow the doors off the arena? With Kiah Stokes facing her old squad and the Aces riding high, you know this one is gonna be appointment viewing. Don't miss it on CBS or Paramount+!
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