Indiana Fever star breaks A’ja Wilson’s richest WNBA deal with a $6.3 million contract

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A new benchmark has been set in the WNBA, and it comes from Indiana, where a franchise cornerstone has reset the league’s financial ceiling.

The deal not only reflects the league’s rapidly growing economics under the new CBA, but also signals a shift in how teams are investing in young superstars.

And in doing so, it has officially surpassed what was already considered a historic contract just days earlier.

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Aliyah Boston lands richest contract in WNBA history

As reported via ShamsCharania, the Indiana Fever star is now at the top of the pay scale.

“Indiana Fever three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston is signing a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the franchise, giving her the richest total salary in league history to date,” Charania wrote.

He added, “Boston will make $1M in the upcoming season and 20% of the cap from 2027-29.”

The structure of the deal is key. While Boston’s first-year salary comes in slightly below the league’s top annual mark, the long-term commitment and cap-linked growth push the overall value past any previous contract.

It also highlights Indiana’s belief in Boston as the face of the franchise moving forward.