What a historic week in women’s sports! This week A’ja Wilson broke the all time scoring record for the WNBA. 

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson set a new WNBA single-season scoring record in her team’s 86-75 win over the Indiana Fever, surpassing Jewell Loyd’s previous mark of 939 points. Wilson made history with a mid-range jumper just before halftime, finishing the game with 27 points and bringing her season total to 956. With four games left, Wilson is on pace to become the first player to score 1,000 points in a single WNBA season. She credited her teammates and received widespread congratulations, including from her former college coach, Dawn Staley.

Wilson was congratulated by a slew of professional athletes including Tom Brady, a part owner of the Aces, who posted “There are so many incredible players in the WNBA right now, but there’s only one A’ja Wilson.” 

Check out Chiney Ogwumike’s powerful video essay on A’ja’s historic achievement. 

Enjoy this week’s WHN weekly! We are so excited for A’ja’s historic achievement! 

Divine Bourrage, #5 in 2025 Commits To LSU

LSU women's basketball, led by coach Kim Mulkey, has secured a major commitment from five-star guard Divine Bourrage, one of the nation's top prospects for the class of 2025. The 6-foot standout from Davenport, Iowa, ranked No. 5 overall by Hoopgurlz, chose LSU over programs like South Carolina and Baylor. Last season, Bourrage was named Iowa’s Gatorade Player of the Year, showcasing her scoring ability with 19.8 points per game and strong all-around stats. Bourrage is LSU's first verbal commitment for 2025, adding a dynamic talent to the Tigers' roster.

Las Vegas Aces File Motion To Dismiss Dearica Hamby Lawsuit After Hamby Breaks Lisa Leslie’s Record For Most Rebounds In Sparks History

Dearica Hamby made history for the Sparks this week, beating Lisa Leslie’s record for the most rebounds in LA Sparks history. Leslie congratulated Hamby on X earlier this week saying, “Records are meant to be broken! I’m so proud of you!” 

The WNBA and Las Vegas Aces have filed motions to dismiss former player Dearica Hamby's lawsuit, which alleges discrimination and retaliation over her pregnancy. Hamby claims her January 2023 trade to the Los Angeles Sparks was a result of mistreatment, but both the league and Aces argue insufficient evidence. The WNBA also disputed allegations of failing to investigate properly and retaliating by not renewing her marketing contract. Hamby’s complaint stems from her claim that federal laws protecting pregnant women were violated, a charge the Aces and WNBA deny.

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Fumbles CNBC Interview 

The WNBA Players Union (WNBPA) called out Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for sidestepping questions about racism and homophobia targeting players like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Engelbert had framed the issue as a "rivalry," but the WNBPA released a statement denouncing the hate and calling for a stronger response. Players like Alysha Clark and Breanna Stewart echoed the need for more direct support from the league. Engelbert later tweeted that there is no place for hate or racism in the WNBA.

Right Wing Trolls Lose It After Caitlin Clark Likes Taylor Swift’s Instagram Post Endorsing Kamala 

Earlier this week, Caitlin Clark liked an Instagram post of Taylor Swift endorsing Kamala Harris. Since liking the post, Clark has declined to endorse a specific candidate and encouraged people to register to vote. That being said, her Instagram has been swarmed with negative comments and threats from fans claiming to no longer support her due to her alleged political opinions. 

Arike Ogunbowale Becomes The Top Scorer In Wings Franchise History

Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale became the franchise's all-time leading scorer Thursday night at College Park Center against the New York Liberty. Ogunbowale scored 11 points to bring her career total to 3,972 to pass Deanna "Tweety" Nolan who finished her nine-year, 293-game career with 3,971 points. Ogunbowale is in her sixth season with the Wings with Thursday being her 193rd career game. Dallas fell to the Liberty, 99-67.

The Golden State Valkyries Announce Oakland Practice Facility 

The Golden State Valkyries have unveiled plans for their state-of-the-art locker room at Chase Center and a new practice facility in Oakland, both set to open before the team’s debut in the 2025 WNBA season. Designed by Populous, the 6,800-square-foot locker room at Chase Center will feature a V-shape symbolizing unity, and include top-tier amenities like training rooms, hot and cold tubs, and player lounges. Their Oakland practice facility, a 31,800-square-foot space with two full-sized courts and 17 hoops, will serve as a hub for player development, boasting a weight room, training areas, and separate lounges for players and families.

Hilarious: Marina Mabrey Recounts Alyssa Thomas’ Trash Talking

In a hilarious new video, Marina Mabrey recounts how her new teammate, Alyssa Thomas, may be one of the best trash talkers in the WNBA. She recounts how Thomas told her, “you’re shooting yourself out of the game.” Watch.

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