Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson took a break from her usual dominance on the court to flex her comedic chops online. The three-time WNBA MVP hilariously channeled a famous Michael Jordan meme to poke fun at her teammates, sparking both laughter and debate on social media.
The incident started innocently enough: The Aces’ Instagram page posted a video of Wilson practicing her passing game during the offseason. But it didn’t take long for her teammates to slide into her inbox, jokingly—or perhaps seriously—expecting a more generous A’ja in the upcoming season.
Taking to Threads, where she boasts a following of 271K, Wilson responded with her trademark humor:
“The Aces lil IG post showing me practicing my lil passing. Now my teammates hitting me up like imma pass them the ball this summer,” she wrote, adding a GIF of Michael Jordan laughing for good measure.
For anyone familiar with Wilson’s game, the humor was not lost. She’s renowned for being an unstoppable force in the paint, a rebounding machine, and an unparalleled scorer—not exactly someone known for dishing out dimes. Last season alone, she averaged a jaw-dropping 26.9 points, 11.9 rebounds, and a modest 2.3 assists per game. Passing? That’s just seasoning on the MVP main course.
Fans, as always, wasted no time piling on the banter.
One fan, clearly amused, called her out:
“This is diabolical,” they commented.
Another added:
“Ayooooo, I read it but I actually heard you say it. Lol.”
And then there were the sarcastic suggestions:
“Tell them you were practicing to show them how to get the ball to you,” wrote one fan, while another chimed in with: “Lmaooo, petty.”
Breaking Records, Breaking Ankles
Wilson’s humor comes at a time when she’s riding high on her achievements. Last season, she became the first player in WNBA history to score over 1,000 points in a single season, while also breaking both scoring and rebounding records. Oh, and let’s not forget she helped Team USA secure gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. No big deal.
Despite her lighthearted jab at her teammates, fans know Wilson’s work ethic and competitive spirit are second to none. Some even predicted an even more dominant performance next season.
“30ppg incoming,” one fan declared, while another challenged her to take it a step further: “Why you at it? Can you break the record for most points scored in a game?”
Offseason Shenanigans
While Wilson enjoys her offseason, her teammates are busy participating in the 3×3 basketball league, Unrivaled. The extra rest could be just what the reigning MVP needs to return even more unstoppable than before.
But one thing is clear—whether she’s cracking jokes on Threads or cracking double-teams on the court, A’ja Wilson knows how to keep us entertained. As for her teammates hoping for more passes next season? Well, let’s just say the ball might not be in their court.
