Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson, known for her dominance on the court and her spicy personality off it, gave fans another reason to adore her this past Sunday. Wilson dropped a chef’s kiss one-word reaction on Instagram that sent the internet into a frenzy.
Her ex-South Carolina Gamecocks teammate and WNBA star Alisha Gray celebrated her 30th birthday in style, complete with a heartwarming Instagram tribute from her boyfriend, Trevor (cue collective “aww”). Trevor, a school psychologist, shared a series of adorable photos and a gushy note that read:
“I hope you felt special, beautiful, and loved on your day. One day isn’t enough to celebrate you! Happy birthday Lish, I love you! ❤️”
If that wasn’t enough to make you believe in love, A’ja swooped into the comments like the MVP she is and dropped the mic with her one-word response: “Cuties 🤍.”
Alisha Gray: The $880,688 Star with a Golden Heart
Gray, currently gearing up for her eighth season in the WNBA, isn’t just racking up points—she’s racking up dollars. Her career earnings total a cool $880,688. And just in case you’re not up to speed, her current contract with the Atlanta Dream offers a sweet annual salary of $164,800. That’s a lot of reasons to celebrate, and Trevor made sure she felt like the queen she is on her big day.
From Gamecock Glory to WNBA Greatness
Flashback to 2017, when A’ja and Alisha were tearing up the NCAA courts for South Carolina. The duo helped clinch the Gamecocks’ first-ever NCAA championship under the legendary Dawn Staley. Their chemistry on the court was electric, and it’s clear their friendship is still going strong.
Fast forward to the 2024 WNBA All-Star Weekend, and Alisha proved why she’s a force to be reckoned with. The Atlanta Dream sharpshooter entered both the Three-Point Contest and the Skills Challenge—and, in true boss fashion, won them both! Talk about a slam dunk.
A’ja, naturally, had the best reaction:
“LETS F**KING GO LISH!!! GET THAT BAG!!!”
The Twitter (or should we say “X”) streets were lit as A’ja celebrated her friend’s dual victories. She later added:
“I’m so happy for Lish man OMG! I’m not paying for another dinner my friend a shootah.”
A true MVP knows how to celebrate, and A’ja nailed it with her mix of pride and humor.
Love, Laughs, and Legacy
It’s moments like these that remind fans why the WNBA isn’t just about basketball. It’s about community, sisterhood, and, apparently, a lot of sarcasm-fueled banter. A’ja and Alisha’s friendship is a testament to how the bonds forged in college can withstand the test of time—and plenty of dinner bills.
So here’s to more wholesome Instagram moments, epic All-Star performances, and enough sass to keep us entertained. A’ja and Alisha, we’re here for it all. And Trevor? Keep those birthday tributes coming—we’re taking notes.