WNBA MVP Power Rankings: Caitlin Clark Joins the Conversation
A'ja Wilson remains the favorite, while Caitlin Clark makes her first appearance in this week's WNBA MVP Power Rankings.
1. A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces
Previous ranking: 1 ↔️
2026 stats: 26.2 points, 9.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.4 blocks
This week: 30.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 2.7 blocks (3 games)
Wilson remains at the top spot in the second edition of the WNBA MVP Power Rankings. Wilson delivered another dominant week leading the team by averaging 30.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.7 blocks across the three games. She is scoring at an elite level and efficiently doing so, shooting 53.7 percent from the floor and 55.6 percent from beyond the arc. The Aces are on a six-game winning streak and finish this week 3-0.
The four-time MVP leads the Aces in points, rebounds, steals and blocks this season. Las Vegas holds a 10-3 record and tied with Minnesota Lynx, who the team defeated in their last game, for the best record in the league. Wilson leads the league in blocks per game, second in points per game, fourth in rebounds per game and third in double-doubles.
The Aces have found their rhythm, moving up the standings as Wilson continues to post big-time performances each game. Her top spot in the WNBA MVP Power Rankings remain.
Games next week: @ Wings, @ Mercury, vs Valkyries
2. Olivia Miles, Minnesota Lynx
Previous ranking: 2 ↔️
2026 stats: 18.6 points, 5.9 assists, 5.1 rebounds, 1.4 steals
This week: 26.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.0 steals (2 games)
Miles holds onto the second spot in this week’s WNBA MVP Power Rankings after an impressive week. The rookie guard averaged 26.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.0 steals this week in two games played, continuing to show that she is the real deal. Miles shot 60.0 percent from the floor this week and 55.6 from beyond the arc.
The Lynx split their two games, defeating the Wings by 24 points and their loss coming against the Aces by three points. Even in defeat, Miles showcased why she belongs in the MVP conversation, recording 29 points on 55.0 percent from the floor and scored the Lynx final 10 points in the final two-and-a-half minutes of play. The Lynx are +12.1 in plus-minus with Miles on the court this season, -0.4 with Miles off the court.
What stands out when watching Miles play is her ability to control her pace and balancing playmaking and scoring. Miles is tied for 10th in the league for points per game and tied for seventh in assists. Minnesota continues to sit at the top of the standings, tied with Las Vegas at 10-3. Miles has been one of the main reasons why the Lynx have had the early success and showing why she is one of the elite players in the league, rookie or not.
Games next week: vs Fire, @ Sparks, @ Valkyries, vs Mystics
3. Paige Bueckers, Dallas Wings
Previous ranking: 3 ↔️
2026 stats: 19.8 points, 5.8 assists, 3.6 rebounds, 0.5 steals
This week: 27.0 points, 3.5 assists, 3.5 rebounds, 0.5 steals (2 games)
Bueckers move to point guard is unlocking a new dimension for the Wings. A move that allows her to control the pace, have more decision making and get more shots up as she is one of the most efficient players in the league. During the stretch of games this week, Bueckers averaged 27.0 points, 3.5 assists, 3.5 rebounds, 0.5 steals. Bueckers shot 63.8 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent from three-point range.
After scoring 31 against the Mercury, Bueckers recorded her third 30-point game of her career and first since setting the rookie scoring record of 44 points against the Sparks last season. Bueckers passed 900 career points in the game tonight against Mercury, tying Elena Delle Donne for sixth fastest in WNBA history to achieve the feat (48 games).
The second-year guard is establishing herself as one of the league’s premier players as Dallas continues to remain one of the league’s biggest surprises. Bueckers is seventh in the league for points per game, ninth in assists per game.
Bueckers tweaked her ankle in the game against Mercury and sat for precaution against the Fever, which the Wings failed to get a victory.
Games next week: vs Aces, @ Valkyries, vs Sky
4. Kelsey Plum, Los Angeles Sparks
Previous ranking: 4 ↔️
2026 stats: 26.6 points, 6.9 assists, 2.2 rebounds, 1.4 steals
This week: 31.0 points, 9.0 assists, and 1.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals (2 games)
Plum is gaining momentum to move up the power rankings as the Sparks are above .500 at 7-6. Plum is fresh of a career-high 43 points against the Mercury, tying the Sparks single-game scoring record. Plum became just the sixth player in WNBA history to record 40+ points, 5+ assists, and 5+ made threes in a single game. Plum averaged 31.0 points, 9.0 assists, and 1.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals this week. The Sparks are on a three-game winning streak and finished the week 2-0.
What makes Plum’s season impressive outside of the points and assists, is the effiency. Plum is shooting 55.5 percent from the floor and 41.4 beyond the arc. She carries the responsibility of being the top scorer and facilitator like the other guards on this list but her production remains among the league’s best.
Why does Plum remain fourth?
Plum remains fourth in the rankings this week as the team is barely above .500 this season. If the Sparks continue their recent success, she will be higher among the candidates, as team success has a lot to do with the MVP award. The Sparks have a difficult week ahead of them facing three of the top six teams in the standings. If the Los Angeles can find a way to get wins, Plum will move up the list.
Games next week: @ Valkyries, vs Lynx, vs Liberty
5. Caitlin Clark
Previous ranking: N/A ⬆️
2026 stats: 19.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.8 steals
This week: 25.3 points, 6.7 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 0.3 steals
Clark makes her debut in the WNBA MVP Power Rankings this week in the fifth spot, leading Indiana to a three-game win streak. All three games were clutch games and Clark averaged 25.3 points, 6.7 assists, 4.3 rebounds during the stretch. She found her rhythm shooting the ball and scoring efficiently has made a difference for the team, making 49.0 percent from the floor and 38.5 percent from three-point range during that stretch. Clark had one of the shots if the season this week, a game-winning three against the Mystics.
Clark ranks fifth in the league for points per game and second in the league in assists per game. The Fever are finding their groove as they hold an 8-5 record and moving up the standings. With the team gaining momentum and Clark producing in those wins, her first appearance feels deserved and could be the start of a climb if Fever can withstand their tough week ahead on the schedule.
Games next week: vs Tempo, vs Dream, @ Dream
Next three:
Allisha Gray, Atlanta Dream
Breanna Stewart, New York Liberty
T-8. Jessica Shepard, Dallas Wings
T-8. Natasha Howard, Minnesota Lynx