LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Las Vegas Aces star is among the first WNBA players to be immortalized in vinyl as a Pop! figure, Funko announced Wednesday.
A’ja Wilson, center for the Las Vegas Aces, will be one of the first four women whose likeness will be converted into the popular brand of collectible figure, the company announced Wednesday. While images of Wilson’s figure have yet to be released, other players to receive the Funko Pop! treatment include Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky, Brianna Stewart of the New York Liberty, and Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever.
The vinyl collectibles became popular in the early 2010s when the company started producing the four-inch figures based on various popular franchises and brands, including Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and many others.
“The recent rapid rise of the WNBA, the power of its players as engaging brand ambassadors, and its passionate fanbase are a testament to the power of sports culture,” said Cynthia Williams, CEO of Funko.
Wilson was part of the Aces’ back-to-back championship teams in 2022 and 2023. During the 2023 campaign, the 6’4″ center earned most valuable player honors for the WNBA finals. She captured the most rebounds of any other player in that series, scoring the most points in games two and four en route to a 3-1 series victory over the New York Liberty and WNBA championship.
The Aces’ regular season kicks off on May 17 against the Liberty in New York. Their home opener is set for Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 23 versus Washington. Pop! figures for Wilson, and the other WNBA players are available for pre-sale on May 14.
