How two WNBA MVPs are leading Team USA in Paris

Why fans are Eexcited for Team USA's Paris Olympics performance

Why fans are Eexcited for Team USA’s Paris Olympics performance

Rebecca Lobo leaned into the mic and smiled. “These are your last two MVPs of the past two WNBA seasons.” Every WNBA fan knew she was talking about Breanna Stewart and A’ja Wilson. As we gear up for the Paris Olympics, these two are not just teammates but the shining stars of what many are calling “The Greatest Dynasty.”

Flashback to the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game. The post-game press conference had its usual mix of questions, but things got interesting when a reporter pulled out an old photo. There was Stewart, the Liberty’s powerhouse, arm-in-arm with the Aces’ cornerstone, Wilson. The two were celebrating a gold medal moment. Stewart’s reaction? “Oh my God. This has to be U-19. This is funny. We need to reenact this.”

Stewart, ever the prankster, called out to Wilson across the room. “Hey, A’ja, have you seen this?” Wilson, mid-interview, looked over, saw the picture, and broke into a grin. She loved it. And Stewart was quick to seal the deal, “We’re going to reenact this,” she promised.

That photo? It was from their time in Lithuania, back in 2013, when they won the gold at the U19 World Championship. Stewart averaged an impressive 16.9 points per game, and Wilson wasn’t far behind with 10.9 ppg. Stewart ended up being the tournament MVP and snagged the USA Basketball Female Athlete of the Year award for the second time, joining legends like Teresa Edwards, Lisa Leslie, Cheryl Miller, Dawn Staley, and Diana Taurasi. She was the youngest ever to do so.

Stewart and Wilson’s impact on Team USA

Fast forward to the present, and this dynamic duo has more history. They’ve played together for Team USA in Tokyo and the 2018 FIBA World Cup in Spain. Their chemistry is undeniable and, if the fans have their way, they’ll recreate that golden moment from 2013.

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And speaking of recreations, let’s talk about their latest outing. In the final exhibition game before the Olympic group stages, Team USA decimated Germany 84-57. Wilson notched her first Olympic double-double with 19 points and 14 rebounds, while Stewart added 15 points, 6 boards, and 5 assists.

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These two weren’t just dominant; they were having fun out there. Their All-Star Game performances were equally stellar: Stewart with a double-double (31 points, 10 rebounds) and Wilson racking up 22 points. They are the heart and soul of this team, and the fans’ hopes are sky-high.

The Paris Olympics are shaping up to be another showcase for Stewart and Wilson’s talents. Can their synergy lead Team USA to an eighth straight gold? Only time will tell, but if their past is any indicator, we’re in for a treat.