A’ja Wilson responds unfiltered to the boos toward Cathy Engelbert in the midst of an over-the-top celebration

A’ja Wilson shakes up the WNBA once again, this time far from the court. The Las Vegas Aces star not only led a historic sweep over the Phoenix Mercury in the 2025 Finals, but she also delivered one of the most unexpected moments of the post-title press conference.

Still celebrating with obvious euphoria and, according to many, more than a few drinks in her system, the MVP dropped an explosive expletive after hearing a question about the boos directed at commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

And just like that, A’ja Wilson went viral again, but this time for reasons far different from her blocks and double-doubles.

A’ja Wilson: the champion who doesn’t hold back

Sitting alongside Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, and Becky Hammon, A’ja Wilson didn’t hesitate for a second before firing off her sarcasm-laced remark.

The coach tried to contain the situation with an awkward smile, Gray remained stone-faced, and Young had to cover her mouth to keep from bursting into laughter.

The video went viral within minutes, reigniting the never-ending debate: is she being disrespectful, or simply real?

Cathy is cooked 😭 pic.twitter.com/9mMyQxX65P

— Don’t Trip 🌊 (@AlexisAyeee_) October 11, 2025

A’ja Wilson had already shown her more combative side days earlier, publicly backing Napheesa Collier after her criticism of officiating and league management.

Her message seemed clear: she might respect the trophy, but not necessarily the people handing it over. And if anything has become obvious, it’s that A’ja Wilson voice carries just as much weight as her stat lines.

A’ja Wilson and an unprecedented feat

Beyond the media frenzy, her athletic legacy reached a whole new level. A’ja Wilson completed a season already being called historic.

She became the first player in WNBA history to win Defensive Player of the Year, MVP, and Finals MVP, all in the same season.

No one had ever done it before. The Aces, now three-time champions in four years, solidified their dynasty with her at the helm.

A’ja Wilson now boasts four MVPs, three Defensive Player of the Year awards, two Finals MVPs, and three championship rings. And yet, what’s making the most noise isn’t her record, but her unapologetic spontaneity in front of the microphones.

With Wilson, there’s never just one story. There’s the player, and there’s the persona. And in this new era of the WNBA, perhaps both are equally essential.