A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart: WNBA’s Rising Financial Powerhouses

LAS VEGAS, Nevada — A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart have established themselves as major figures in the WNBA, both on and off the court. As their careers and brand deals flourish, current estimates show that Stewart leads in net worth with $5 million while Wilson follows closely with $4 million.

Wilson’s net worth, which encompasses her income from WNBA contracts and endorsements, reflects a successful trajectory since entering the league. After starting her career with a four-year rookie deal valued at $232,178, she signed extensions resulting in total earnings that will surpass $1 million by the end of 2025. Her current two-year contract, worth $400,000, is fully guaranteed.

In addition to her on-court successes, Wilson has branched into media and branding. She signed with Nike in 2018 and has partnerships with brands like Gatorade and Mountain Dew. Her debut book, “Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You,” became a New York Times bestseller shortly after its release in February 2024.

Stewart, meanwhile, boasts impressive financial achievements that have earned her a higher estimated net worth. After starting her career with a standard rookie deal and transitioning to a variety of contracts with the Seattle Storm and New York Liberty, her WNBA earnings tally around $943,000. However, her international play, reportedly earning up to $1.5 million per season in other leagues, adds significantly to her income.

Her endorsement history includes a long-standing partnership with Nike, and she became the face of Puma’s women’s line when she switched brands in 2021. Recently, she co-founded a 3-on-3 women’s league that began its inaugural season in January 2025.

Both players are recognized as influential figures in women’s basketball. While Stewart currently boasts a lead in net worth, Wilson’s expanding endorsement opportunities indicate she is not far behind. Their financial accomplishments reflect not only their talent on the court but also their ability to navigate and thrive in the business side of sports.