A’ja Wilson Makes WNBA History as Fastest to 5,000 Points

In a league where legends are born through grit, grace, and game-changing talent, A’ja Wilson just carved her name even deeper into WNBA history.

The Las Vegas Aces’ star forward became the fastest player in league history to reach 5,000 career points during an 85–59 victory over the Connecticut Sun. Wilson didn’t just hit the milestone—she soared past it, finishing with 22 points and bringing her total to 5,015.

“It’s a blessing,” Wilson said after the game. “One of the reasons they drafted me was to score the ball in many, many different ways.” And she’s done just that—consistently, and often spectacularly—since joining the WNBA in 2018.

The numbers tell the story of a once-in-a-generation player. Reaching 5,000 points in just 238 games, Wilson now sits ahead of other greats like Breanna Stewart (242), Diana Taurasi (243), and Angel McCoughtry (257) in the race to that milestone.

But it’s not just scoring that defines her game. Wilson is now one of only six players in WNBA history to record at least 5,000 points, 2,000 rebounds, 500 assists, 400 blocks, and 200 steals—a feat she accomplished faster and younger than anyone before her.

Drafted No. 1 out of South Carolina, Wilson quickly became a face of the franchise. Rookie of the Year. Three-time MVP. And still, she’s only getting stronger. Her current streak of 62 straight regular-season games scoring in double figures now ranks seventh-longest in league history, just three games shy of tying sixth-place Arike Ogunbowale (65).

Wilson’s impact extends beyond the stat sheet. She brings intensity, leadership, and poise to every game, carrying the Aces through tough stretches while inspiring teammates and fans alike.

Her performance against the Sun was another showcase of her all-around brilliance: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals, and 3 blocks.

As the Aces climb back to a 7–7 record, and the Sun continue to struggle at 2–13, Wilson’s milestone reminds us all that greatness in sports isn’t just about speed or power—it’s about how consistently you rise.