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Redefining The Game
The 2025 WNBA season marks a breakout moment for women’s basketball, powered by the league’s influential players. A’ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers continue to dominate as the face of the league. A’ja Wilson has been heralded by the media as the ‘Lebron of the WNBA,’ because of how dominant, skilled and influential she is. Caitlin Clark sparked nationwide interest, has drawn a new wave of fans and is shaping the future with leadership and determination. Paige Bueckers captivates fans by her versatile scoring and leadership that drives her team in her first season. Together, they’ve pushed the WNBA further into the spotlight. This photo series captures their emotion and drive, defining a season that has changed the game.
A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces walks out before the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 10, 2025 at Michelob ULTRA Arena n Las Vegas, Nevada. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE)
Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings free throw during the game against the Golden State Valkyries during the WNBA 2025 Commissioner's Cup game on June 17, 2025 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Cooper Neill/NBAE)
(Left to Right) A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces celebrates during the game against the Connecticut Sun on June 25, 2025 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces celebrates her 5000th career point basket after the game against the Connecticut Sun on June 25, 2025 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)
“I don’t want to just be good. I mean, the good is cool, but I want to be great. I want to be legendary...”
Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 15, 2025 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrates during the game against the New York Liberty during a 2025 Commissioner's Cup game on June 14, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by A.J. Mast/NBAE)
Myisha Hines-Allen #2 of the Dallas Wings helped off floor by teammates on May 16, 2025 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE)
“It’s challenging but really rewarding being super process-oriented… trying to lead by example — it’s a journey. ”
Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings celebrates during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on September 11, 2025 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. She posted a 44-point game this season, the most by any WNBA player and and tied for most for a first-year player. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE)
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever autographs before the game against the Chicago Sky on July 27, 2025 at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE)
“It’s crazy the way people scream my name and really support us… That’s something that never gets old.”
A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces hits the game winning shot during the game against the Phoenix Mercury during Game Three of the WNBA Finals on October 8, 2025 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE)
A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces celebrates after the game against the Phoenix Mercury during Game Four of the WNBA Finals on October 10, 2025 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE)
“A lot of people don’t want to see me at the top, and that’s fine, but I’m gonna be there, because I worked my butt off to get there.”
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on September 4, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Justine Casterline/NBAE)
A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces plays defense against Monique Akoa Makani #8 of the Phoenix Mercury during Game Three of the WNBA Finals on October 8, 2025 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE)
Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings celebrates during the game against the Golden State Valkyries on September 4, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE)
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots the ball during the game against the Connecticut Sun during a 2025 Commissioner's Cup game on June 17, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE)