Wilson’s legacy with South Carolina includes leading the Gamecocks to their first national championship in 2017. She also won the Naismith Player of the Year award in 2018, and remains the school’s all-time leading scorer. Her No. 22 jersey is retired, and a statue honoring her impact stands outside Colonial Life Arena.

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Wilson won her record-tying third Kia WNBA MVP Award last season, having also earned the honor in 2020 and 2022. She is the fourth player in WNBA history to win three MVPs, joining Sheryl Swoopes (2000, 2002, and 2005), Lisa Leslie (2001, 2004, and 2006), and Lauren Jackson (2003, 2007, and 2010).

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