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A'ja Wilson Claims Historic Fifth WNBA MVP Award

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A'ja Wilson makes history by securing her fifth WNBA MVP title with three consecutive wins.

Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson has won her fifth WNBA Most Valuable Player award, setting a league record and securing three consecutive titles. She received 65 out of 74 first-place votes in the latest balloting, with Olivia Miles finishing second. The achievement drew personal congratulations from prominent figures including former United States vice-president Kamala Harris.

The votingWilson secured 65 of the 74 available first-place votes from a media panel.
The backgroundShe has maintained a reputation for rigorous shooting practice since entering the league as the top draft pick in 2018.

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BBC Sport'Different planet' Wilson becomes five-time MVP, but won't celebrate2h ago · open ↗

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By the numbers

5MVP awards won

65first-place votes received

74total votes cast

Why it matters

Winning multiple MVP honors establishes a player among the all-time greats of professional women's basketball. This milestone highlights the sustained dominance of the Las Vegas Aces in recent league seasons.