The Las Vegas Aces opened the 2025 WNBA Finals with a thrilling 89-86 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Friday night at Michelob Ultra Arena. Four-time MVP A’ja Wilson led the charge, posting a 21-point, 10-rebound double-double while adding five assists, a steal, and two blocks. Wilson’s 21-10 performance was the fifth time in her career she reached those numbers in a WNBA Finals game, the most in league history.

While leading her team, Wilson donned the Susie Carmichael A’Ones, and after the game, she revealed that she chose the footwear as a nod to her inner child and personal inspiration .

“Carmichael is that girl. I don't know. It's just a funky, fun pair to wear, and I love them, and we got all my shoes. I love them, obviously. But to be Carmichael, I don't know,” she said

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