A'ja Wilson
Professional basketball player, WNBA champion
Born
August 8th, 1996
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player achieved significant success in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Plays the center position for the Las Vegas Aces. Helped the Aces secure the WNBA championship in 2022. Also represents the United States in international competitions, winning gold medals at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
Won the 2022 WNBA Championship with the Las Vegas Aces
Named WNBA Most Valuable Player in 2020
Won gold medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics
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