A'ja Wilson wins record fifth MVP amid Aces' playoff crisis

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A'ja Wilson was named 2026 WNBA MVP, extending her record total to five awards and making her the first player to win three consecutive MVPs. The historic honor arrives as Las Vegas trails Golden State 2-0 and faces elimination in the semifinals.

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Updated Oct 9, 2026

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A'ja Wilson named 2026 WNBA MVP: Aces star wins third straight, becomes first five-time honoree

Aces star A'ja Wilson wins record 5th WNBA MVP award