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Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier lost WNBA MVP to Aces’ A’ja Wilson

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier lost WNBA MVP to Aces' A'ja Wilson

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Souhan: After a historic season, why not MVPhee?
When it comes to WNBA MVP between Napheesa Collier and A’ja Wilson, it’s simple: One had an impressive season, and one made history. So how did voters get it wrong?
By Jim Souhan
The Minnesota Star Tribune
September 22, 2025 at 5:30PM
After winning Defensive Player of the Year last season, Lynx star Napheesa Collier should have been named WNBA MVP this year, columnist Jim Souhan writes. She had a 50-40-90 shooting line and averaged better than 20 points per game. (Godofredo A. Vásquez/The Associated Press)
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Jim Souhan
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Jim Souhan is a sports columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune. He has worked at the paper since 1990, previously covering the Twins and Vikings.
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