Move over basketballs; A’ja Wilson is scoring points in the hairstyle department! On Monday, the Las Vegas Aces’ MVP unveiled a bold new look that left fans—and probably a few of her teammates—gasping for air. Gone are the flowing locks she’s famously rocked on the court. Instead, the WNBA superstar turned heads by debuting vibrant red braids on her Instagram story.
“SLAYED my braids,” Wilson declared unapologetically, sprinkling a little sass on her new ‘do. “We love a redhead.” Cue the collective cheer from her followers, who promptly flooded her comment section with heart emojis and fire symbols as if they were competing in their own emoji Olympics.
Glam Off the Court, Dominant On It
It’s not every day that an MVP gets time for some self-care, but Wilson reminded us all that she’s just as fierce off the hardwood as she is dominating in the paint. But this wasn’t just any glow-up; it came with a business move. Wilson simultaneously announced a partnership with Google Pixel, adding yet another slam dunk to her growing list of off-court accomplishments.
“So excited to join @teampixel!! 🤍✨,” Wilson posted, because why not let the world know you’re winning in every aspect of life?
Rookie Heartbreak: Kate Martin Gets Drafted
While Wilson’s hair transformation set Instagram ablaze, her reaction to losing teammate Kate Martin in the Golden State Valkyries’ expansion draft added a little salt to the wound. Taking to Threads (because, of course, it’s the only place to vent about sports heartbreaks these days), Wilson shared her melodramatic—yet completely relatable—grief.
“Y’all wanted this expansion sooooooooo bad,” Wilson wrote, serving just the right amount of petty. “NOW LOOK ….MY BABY ROOK GONE……”
Martin, who averaged a modest 2.6 points and 1.6 assists in her rookie season, was clearly more than just a stat line to the Aces. If her 24th birthday team bus prank was any indicator, she’d become a beloved part of the squad.
Wilson’s 2024: MVP Moments and More
Speaking of heart and hustle, let’s not overlook the year Wilson had on the court. For the first time in her career, she averaged a double-double with jaw-dropping numbers: 26.9 points and 11.9 rebounds per game. Oh, and she casually snagged her third MVP trophy, proving that even when the Aces fall short (second place in the Western Conference), Wilson is still at the top of her game.
Unfortunately, the Aces couldn’t secure that elusive third consecutive championship. But if Wilson’s fiery red braids are any sign, she’s already plotting her next takeover—whether that’s on the court or in the style game.
Final Thoughts: A’ja’s Braids Are the Real MVP
So, while the Las Vegas Aces might be regrouping after a tough season, A’ja Wilson is out here reminding us all that being an MVP means owning every arena—be it basketball, social media, or style. Red might be the color of fire, but in Wilson’s case, it’s the color of unstoppable swagger.
Stay tuned, because if her Instagram is anything to go by, this isn’t the last time A’ja Wilson will leave us saying, “We love a redhead!”