As LeBron James gears up with Team USA in Las Vegas, Nevada, for the 2024 Summer Olympics, he's not just focused on basketball on the international stage but also keeping an eye on the developments in the WNBA. During a recent press conference, James expressed his admiration for A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces, solidifying her status as "the best player in the WNBA" in his view. He highlighted how Wilson's exceptional average of 26.9 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game has been instrumental in turning around the Aces' season alongside Chelsea Gray's return from injury.
The synergy between Wilson and Gray has sparked a significant turnaround for the Aces; after a shaky start to their season, they've managed to clinch seven wins out of their last ten games. This winning streak has elevated them to third place in the Western Conference Standings and fifth overall in the WNBA. James specifically pointed out that Gray's comeback has been a pivotal moment for the team, marking her return with a solid performance against the Seattle Storm.
Wilson's dominance on court is evident through her leading scores across several categories - she not only leads in points per game but also ranks impressively in rebounds, steals, and blocks. It’s clear that with talents like Jackie Young and Kelsey Plum alongside Wilson and Gray, the Aces possess a formidable lineup capable of contending at the highest level.
With their next game scheduled against Dallas Wings, all eyes will be on whether they can maintain their momentum. Meanwhile, James will continue his Olympic preparations with Team USA as they look forward to showcasing their prowess against Team Canada in an exhibition match that promises to be a thrilling precursor to Olympic competition.
“@_ajawilson22 is the best player in the WNBA. They hit a hot streak ever since Chelsea Gray has come back…they will be one the teams that will compete for a championship.”
— Vegas Sports Today (@VegasSportsTD) July 6, 2024
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The synergy between Wilson and Gray has sparked a significant turnaround for the Aces; after a shaky start to their season, they've managed to clinch seven wins out of their last ten games. This winning streak has elevated them to third place in the Western Conference Standings and fifth overall in the WNBA. James specifically pointed out that Gray's comeback has been a pivotal moment for the team, marking her return with a solid performance against the Seattle Storm.
Wilson's dominance on court is evident through her leading scores across several categories - she not only leads in points per game but also ranks impressively in rebounds, steals, and blocks. It’s clear that with talents like Jackie Young and Kelsey Plum alongside Wilson and Gray, the Aces possess a formidable lineup capable of contending at the highest level.
With their next game scheduled against Dallas Wings, all eyes will be on whether they can maintain their momentum. Meanwhile, James will continue his Olympic preparations with Team USA as they look forward to showcasing their prowess against Team Canada in an exhibition match that promises to be a thrilling precursor to Olympic competition.
