Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was all hype after A’ja Wilson made WNBA history by becoming the first player to score 1,000 points in a single season. Wilson’s milestone came during the Las Vegas Aces’ 84-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday, solidifying her place among basketball’s elite. Just days earlier, Wilson had also shattered the WNBA’s single-season scoring record previously held by Jewell Loyd, marking another highlight in an already record-breaking season.
LeBron, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, took to Instagram to celebrate Wilson’s accomplishment, sharing photos of her with her teammates as the game concluded. As someone who knows what it means to reach scoring milestones, LeBron rightfully praised Wilson’s performance. She hit her 1,000th point with a clutch fadeaway from the elbow, sealing the game and igniting a celebration from her teammates and the home crowd.
Following her historic shot, the Aces called a timeout to honor Wilson, who was presented with the game ball alongside her proud parents. Wilson’s extraordinary season has been a major factor in the Aces’ resurgence, propelling them from a slow start to a solid fourth seed in the WNBA playoffs with a 25-13 record. They now hold a one-game lead over the Seattle Storm.
As A’ja Wilson continues to make history, her dominance on the court is earning admiration from legends like LeBron James, further cementing her legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the game.