Aces Team Wears A'ja Wilson Jerseys in Protest of DPOY Snub

Las Vegas Aces players donned jerseys to support Wilson after she finished second for the Defensive Player of the Year award.

A'ja Wilson, a three-time MVP, lost the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year award to Napheesa Collier by 10 votes.
The entire Aces team wore Wilson jerseys before their Game 1 against the New York Liberty as a form of protest.
Head coach Becky Hammon was surprised but supportive of her players' actions, highlighting their team chemistry.
Tiffany Hayes, who is up for Sixth Woman of the Year, initiated the jersey-wearing idea and designed the pants worn by the team.
Despite Wilson's impressive defensive stats, Collier's team led in key defensive metrics, justifying the award decision.