The WNBA season is upon us, and everyone is serious about their role and performance for their respective teams. Amid this, there are always some light moments that keep the pressure ‘in control’ and help form a bond with each other. Raven Johnson recently opened up on the fun side of Caitlin Clark as she formed a bond with her senior star. A’ja Wilson is also not missing out on connecting with her rookies.
The reigning MVP has a special way to welcome the rookies, which has become a tradition for the star and the Aces. A recent video showed the player living up to the tradition as she handed the ‘special welcome gift’ to her 2026 rookies.
A’ja Wilson Continues Tradition Of Welcoming Aces’ Rookies
The Aces managed to keep hold of its core and also handed star player Wilson a massive record-breaking contract that keeps her for the next three seasons at the franchise. While the 30-year-old is ready for the upcoming challenges, she stayed with her tradition to welcome the rookies.
In a video shared on social media, Wilson was happily gifting the rookies cute kids’ backpacks, throwing away their original bags. The rookies also loved the gesture and felt welcomed as they showed the bag to the cameras and were smiling.
I love that A’ja keeps the tradition of gifting her rookies every season cute kids backpacks it’s so sweet & cute 😭🫶🏽 pic.twitter.com/4PhCwLSB4q
— #21 (@9uckles) May 1, 2026
Although the environment might look relaxed, opponents should not be fooled by it. Veteran guard and former Finals MVP, Chelsea Gray, sent a stern warning to the league, highlighting that the Las Vegas Aces’ aim to win back-to-back titles for the second time, which is a rare feat in the league.
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The former South Carolina star is also into it and already hinted at her wish to win as many championships as possible in her career.
A’ja Wilson Hungry For More Titles With Aces
When the Aces won the 2025 championship, the four-time MVP drew comparisons with players like Michael Jordan. But as MJ won six titles, the player is also hungry for more championships during her WNBA career.
A'ja Wilson in year 9 is ready to accomplish 'everything else' in WNBA https://t.co/oFlsBSrGyd
— USA TODAY Studio IX (@usatstudioix) May 1, 2026
In a recent interview, Wilson’s reasoning was simple yet powerful as she mentioned that winning once is not enough. She believed in consistency and the ability to stay hungry even after reaching the top, as she pointed out the mindset that builds dynasties.
The Aces currently have a roster that could be competitive and challenging for the championship, with Liberty, Fever, and Dream teams looking to dethrone them.