# A'ja Wilson Has Already Locked Up MVP? 👀 Midseason WNBA Awards

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Podcast: [Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-women-s-basketball-daily-podcast-on-the-wnba-909425)
Published: 2026-07-25T03:12:21+00:00
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## Resource

A'ja Wilson is putting together another historic season, and at this point, it's hard to argue against her winning a fifth WNBA MVP. We break down our full 2026 WNBA Midseason Awards, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year, and Sixth Player of the Year. 🏆 Midseason Award Picks: MVP: A'ja Wilson Rookie of the Year: Olivia Miles Defensive Player of the Year: Gabby Williams Most Improved Player: Jessica Shepard Coach of the Year: Cheryl Reeve Sixth Player of the Year: Janelle Salaün We also discuss the growing tension between the WNBA and the WNBPA following recent meetings involving Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, player concerns, and the ongoing labor discussions.

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