Dawn Staley Joins Chennedy Carter and Other Americans in Showering A’ja Wilson With Love After Heroics vs Japan

Team USA has just delivered a major update! On July 29, 2024, Team USA started their group phase by facing Japan in a match that felt like a rematch from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics final game. A’ja Wilson played exceptionally well, making it difficult for Japan to keep up with her impressive performance.

Wilson effortlessly scored 17 points and grabbed seven rebounds with remarkable accuracy. By halftime, she had already made 7 out of 11 attempted shots, helping Team USA take a commanding 50-39 lead over Japan going into the second half.

With a solid lead in hand, Team USA just needed to maintain their defense. However, Wilson and her team remained hungry for more. They limited Japan to 76 points while scoring an impressive 102 points themselves by the end of the game, showcasing the talent of their roster.

Breanna Stewart contributed 22 points and eight rebounds, while Chelsea Gray shined with 13 assists to secure the victory. But the standout was undoubtedly A’ja Wilson, leading Team USA with 24 points and earning praise from her WNBA peers and coaches.

Wilson’s supporters cheering her on

Various comments poured in to motivate Wilson on the court, with some even targeting her teammates. “A’ja is cooking!!” exclaimed Chicago Sky’s guard, Chennedy Carter, as Wilson reached 17 points. Dawn Staley added, “Come on now AMFW @_ajawilson22”

Check out the tweet from Dawn Staley to see her continuous support for her team: https://x.com/dawnstaley/status/1818000703605948663?s=48

Staley, as a South Carolina head coach, ensures her players receive praise. She not only focuses on Wilson but also checks in on other players like Kahleah Copper when they face challenges during the game.

Japan was also wary of Wilson’s impact, as indicated by Sydney Colson’s comment. Wilson’s exceptional performance, combined with her impressive stats in the WNBA, make her a force to be reckoned with.

Chicago Sky alumni Isabelle Harrison jokingly told Wilson to “relaxxxx” in response to her exceptional performance. Overall, Team USA continues their remarkable streak with a 56th consecutive Olympic win. Can they extend this streak further? Stay tuned to find out!