WNBA MVP frontrunner changes: A'ja Wilson edges out Napheesa Collier in odds for top honor

Favorite for WNBA MVP title, Napheesa Collier, faces competition from A'ja Wilson as she enters the latter half of the season with a surge in form

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2025 September 14 . 7:52 AM

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NBA MVP odds shift: A'ja Wilson surges past Napheesa Collier as top betting choice

WNBA MVP frontrunner changes: A'ja Wilson edges out Napheesa Collier in odds for top honor

A'ja Wilson Steals the Show in Aces' Victory Over Lynx

In a closely contested match, the Las Vegas Aces emerged victorious over the Minnesota Lynx with a final score of 97-87. The star of the show was none other than A'ja Wilson, who led the team to victory with an impressive performance.

Wilson scored an impressive 31 points in the game, making 12 out of her 15 shots. She also contributed 8 rebounds, helping to hold Napheesa Collier to just 12 points. This impressive display has solidified Wilson's position as a formidable contender for the MVP title.

Before the Lynx vs Aces game, Collier was a sizable -1100 favorite for MVP. However, Wilson's performance has narrowed the gap, with Wilson currently the favorite at -122 at FanDuel, and Collier close behind at -104.

Wilson's high MVP odds were +10000 back on July 9-12 and on Aug. 6, highlighting her remarkable rise in the MVP race. The Aces have gone 2-2 without Wilson, indicating the significant impact she has on the team.

Napheesa Collier, despite being held in check by Wilson, has been consistent in her performance. She scored 12 points in the game against the Aces, making 5 out of 13 shots. Collier is averaging 23.1 points and 7.5 rebounds per game on 53.0% shooting.

The Lynx went 6-1 when Collier suffered a right ankle sprain, demonstrating her importance to the team. Over the Lynx's 13-game winning streak, Wilson has shone brightly, scoring at least 30 points seven times and posting double-doubles in eight of those contests.

However, it's important to note that the WNBA player with the most MVP votes currently and the MVP winner who missed the most time in a season are not specified in the provided search results.

Another notable fact is that Jonquel Jones, the 2021 MVP winner, played 27 out of 32 games with the Connecticut Sun, making her the only WNBA MVP winner who has also missed at least 15% of games that season (if Collier plays 38 out of 45 games this season).

In conclusion, the Lynx vs Aces game was a thrilling contest, with both teams showcasing their strengths. However, it was A'ja Wilson who stole the show, solidifying her position as a strong contender for the MVP title. The race for the MVP award is heating up, and fans can expect more exciting matches in the upcoming games.