A’ja Wilson makes history as the first WNBA player to appear on the cover an NBA 2K video game.
A’ja Wilson will soon become the first WNBA player to appear on the cover of an NBA 2K video game.
The unprecedented move comes at a ripe time for women’s basketball, as the sport continues to be recognized on a larger scale. Her inclusion on the global edition cover of NBA 2K25 is a historic feat–it’s never been done before. The game is set for release on Sept. 6th.
“Being featured on the NBA 2K25 cover is a big moment for me and a testament to the ever-growing fandom of the WNBA,” said Wilson in an official statement. “Seeing more and more WNBA athletes scanned into NBA 2K25 to best capture the style and confidence of the league has been empowering, and I can’t wait for fans to experience it in-game.”
“What’s happening now in women’s basketball is confirmation of what we’ve always known: The demand is there, and women’s sports is a valuable investment,” said Senior Vice President and Chief Growth Officer Colie Edison. “We’re encouraged by growing engagement across all our verticals, especially as we welcome new and diverse audiences into our fandom. The WNBA continues to experience sustained growth as our league embraces this heightened momentum.”
In addition to being the first WNBA player featured on the cover of the deluxe version of NBA 2K25, A’ja Wilson will also be the cover star for the GameStop-exclusive physical edition of the WNBA version of the game that will only be sold in the U.S. and Canada.
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Source: Black Enterprise
