playShams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
Shams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)
playShams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
playShams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
playShams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
playShams: Wilson staying with Aces on $5 million deal (0:48)Shams: Wilson is staying with Aces on $5 million deal. (0:48)Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple AuthorsOpen Extended ReactionsWhen A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.Ahead of the 2024 regular season, the four-time MVP showed up to media day with a silver hairstyle to commemorate the Aces’ 2023 WNBA championship win over the New York Liberty.Las Vegas rebranded in 2024, ditching gold and red for platinum silver — aligning with owner Mark Davis’ Raiders — and inspiring Wilson’s matching hair.In 2025, Wilson opted for a pink hairstyle to help with the promotion of her first signature sneaker, the Nike “A’One.” The colorway of the sneaker’s debut matched Wilson’s hair that reflected the “pink, power and presence” theme for launch.On Tuesday, Wilson reported to the Aces media day sporting red hair. View this post on Instagram A post shared by espnW (@espnw) Her reason?”This one we kind of went with the Jean Grey type of vibe with X-Men,” Wilson told reporters.Wilson signed a three-year fully-guaranteed $5 million supermax contract to stay with the Aces on April 15.Three looks in three seasons suggests that Wilson’s hairstyles aren’t here for a long time — just a good time. WNBA fans and teams alike should be ready for next year’s reveal.
Kalan HooksApr 28, 2026, 06:21 PM ETMultiple Authors
When A’ja Wilson stepped in front of the camera lens for her Las Vegas Aces media day headshot, fans noticed a change consistent with a trend from years past.
For the third consecutive season, Wilson has dyed her hair to a distinct color ahead of media day, allowing her headshot to match a certain aesthetic.