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A'ja Wilson Biography
A'ja Wilson is one of the most popular and richest Basketball Player who was born on August 8, 1996 in Hopkins, United States. A’ja Riyadh Wilson (born August 8, 1996) is an American professional women’s basketball player for the Las Vegas Aces of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). Wilson played for the South Carolina Gamecocks in college, and helped lead the Gamecocks to their first NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship in 2017, and won the NCAA Basketball Tournament Most Outstanding Player award. In the 2018 WNBA Draft, she was drafted first overall by the Aces. That same year, she won a record 3rd straight SEC Player of the Year award, led South Carolina to a record 4th straight SEC Tournament Championship, became the all-time leading scorer in South Carolina women’s basketball history, and was a consensus first-team All-American for the 3rd consecutive season. Wilson swept all National Player of the Year awards (Wade, AP, Honda, USBWA, Wooden, and Naismith) as the best player in Women’s College basketball for 2018.
In August 2018, Wilson signed with the Shaanxi Red Wolves of the Women’s Chinese Basketball Association for the 2018–19 off-season.
On June 29, 2019, Wilson scored a new career-high 39 points in a 102–97 overtime victory against the Indiana Fever. In July, Wilson suffered an ankle injury that kept her out for 4 weeks, causing her to miss the 2019 WNBA All-Star Game. She made her return in mid-August. By the end of the season, the Aces finished with a 21–13 record and the number 4 seed, receiving a bye to the second round, helping the franchise get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2014. In the second round elimination game, the Aces defeated the Chicago Sky 93–92 in a thriller game, where teammate Dearica Hamby came up with a steal and nailed the game-winning three from half-court with 4 second left. However, in the semi-finals, the Aces would lose in four games to the Washington Mystics would go on to win the 2019 WNBA championship.
In 2019, Wilson played for the “Home” roster during the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game at the Bojangles’ Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina. The roster was made up of celebrities with Carolina roots.
Wilson played in 37 games her freshmen year, leading to 4 single game freshmen records in the SEC and 3 single season freshmen records in the SEC, and won the SEC Freshman of the year award. In 2016 as a Sophomore she would win her first SEC Player of the year ward and was a consensus All-American, Wilson led the Gamecocks to a SEC regular season and Tournament Championship. In 2017 Wilson once again led the Gamecocks to a SEC regular season and Tournament championship, and went on to win the schools first National Championship with a stirring victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the championship game. She was named the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament. In 2018, Wilson had her best season statistically, and won all of the National player of the year awards. She won a record 3rd straight SEC Player of the Year award, and was also a Consensus All-American for the 3rd straight year. Wilson finished her college career at South Carolina as the all-time leading scorer for the school.
| Name | A'ja Wilson |
| First Name | Alexandros |
| Last Name | Vasilakis |
| Occupation | Basketball Player |
| Birthday | August 8 |
| Birth Year | 1996 |
| Place of Birth | Hopkins |
| Home Town | |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Parents | Roscoe C. Wilson Jr., Eva Rakes Wilson |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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A'ja Wilson Net Worth
A'ja Wilson is one of the richest Basketball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, A'ja Wilson's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Throughout Wilson’s high school career she played a total of 119 games. She averaged 24.7 points, 13.9 rebounds, and 4.3 blocks a game throughout her high school career. She was number 22 and played as a forward. After finishing as a runner-up in her junior year, Wilson led Heathwood Hall to the 2014 state championship as a senior. She won the National High School player of the year in 2014, was a Parade and McDonald’s All-American, and was the #1 rated ESPN HoopGurlz prospect in 2014. Wilson committed to play for Dawn Staley at the University of South Carolina.
Wilson was born to Roscoe and Eva Wilson. Her father played basketball professionally in Europe for 10 seasons. She graduated from Heathwood Hall Episcopal School in 2014. She attended the University of South Carolina, majoring in Mass Communications. She represented the Gamecocks as a forward in basketball. She completed her Senior year at South Carolina. Wilson is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.
In 2018, Wilson was drafted first overall by the Las Vegas Aces. On May 20, 2018, in her career debut, Wilson scored 14 points along with 10 rebounds in a 101–65 loss to the Connecticut Sun. On June 12, 2018, Wilson scored a career-high of 35 points along with 13 rebounds in a 101–92 overtime victory against the Indiana Fever, becoming the second rookie in league history to score 35 points and grab 10 rebounds. Wilson would be voted into the 2018 WNBA All-Star Game. Later on in the season, Wilson would be named the WNBA Rookie of the Year. She was tied for third in scoring. Her season performance almost led the Aces to the playoffs as they finished 9th place with a 14–20 record.
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Basketball Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
A'ja Wilson height 6′ 4″ Alexandros weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | 6′ 4″ |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
Who is A'ja Wilson Dating?
According to our records, A'ja Wilson is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, A'ja Wilson’s is not dating anyone.
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Alexandros Ranked on the list of most popular Basketball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. A'ja Wilson celebrates birthday on August 8 of every year.
Where is a Ja Wilson now?
Current teams
What is a Ja Wilson salary?
Current Contract A’ja Wilson signed a 2 year / $398,422 contract with the Las Vegas Aces, including $398,422 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $199,211. In 2023, Wilson will earn a base salary of $202,155, while carrying a cap hit of $202,155.
Is a JA Wilson in a sorority?
She completed her Senior year at South Carolina. Wilson is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority.
Did a Ja Wilson graduate from college?
Education
Who is the highest-paid WNBA player?
Diana Taurasi, Breanna Stewart and Jewell Loyd are the WNBA’s highest-paid players. Glancing over at the highest-paid players in the NBA reveals that Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has the richest annual salary at a little north of $48 million.
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