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A’ja Wilson Re‑Signs With Aces on Reported $5 Million Supermax as New CBA Lifts WNBA Pay

The contract marks a broader move to seven‑figure pay tied to league revenue.

Overview

  • Wilson agreed to a reported three‑year, $5 million supermax with Las Vegas under a new collective bargaining agreement that sharply increased team salary caps.
  • Her 2026 pay is expected to start near $1.4 million, placing her in the first wave of Million Dollar Women alongside other newly signed stars.
  • Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo praised the deal as overdue recognition for the women’s game, saying it shows how much attention the league now draws.
  • Analysts note the deal is effectively pegged to about 20% of the cap, so her salary can rise with revenue but a guaranteed floor could squeeze roster options if league income dips.
  • Las Vegas kept its title core by re‑upping Chelsea Gray, Jewell Loyd and Jackie Young on smaller deals, a tradeoff that helps fit Wilson’s supermax and preserves depth for another run.