“Why Would A’ja Wilson Like That Post?”: Fans Speculate Aces Star’s Alleged Support for Azzi Fudd After Chennedy Carter Trash Talks Wings Rookie

May 30, 2026 · Yahoo Sports

A'ja Wilson, Azzi Fudd, Chennedy Carter © Imagn

Azzi Fudd impressed in her first start of the season against the Las Vegas Aces, outdueling the experienced Chennedy Carter to lead the Dallas Wings to a 95-87 win.

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Aces coach Becky Hammon was left fuming after the game, and she criticized the officials for what she claimed was a lack of consistency. She also highlighted the disparity in free throws. Hammon’s discontent towards the referees was echoed by Carter.

Carter posted an Instagram story with a picture from the game showing Fudd’s hand on hers, for which no foul was called. She later deleted that story, but proceeded to trash-talk Fudd on Threads. A fan replied, expressing support for Fudd and her comment seemingly caught the attention of A’ja Wilson, who allegedly liked it.

Wilson’s alleged activity sent fans into a frenzy.

“Why would A’ja Wilson like that post though,” one fan wondered.

“The intention of the post that A’ja liked was to call Chen up and remind her that she’s got all of the potential in the world but that she’s got to stay out of her own way. It was actually intended to help her not hurt her,” one fan explained.

“Is it a WNBA season if there isn’t Aces drama?” one fan joked.

“A’ja liking that shade is wild, Chennedy stay putting herself in these spots,” another fan said.

“A’ja loves her some Azzi,” one fan claimed.

“She thinks her teammate a weirdo too I’m crying,” another fan said.

Carter, meanwhile, was quick to hit back at a fan who claimed that she was benched due to Fudd’s dominance.

“Leave her be it be your own people thats why here money is exactly where it is. and the people she roots for wouldn’t do anything to help her,” Carter commented (1/2).

“Not to mention I made her ankle touch the ground but y’all can hollar at me when my leash is off too. It’s completely unfair even though statistically wise it’s not even close,” Carter commented (2/2).

Fudd registered 22 points, three rebounds and two assists to help the Wings complete an impressive comeback win. Wings center Jessica Shepard had 22 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists.

The Aces were second best on the night despite leading at halftime.

A’ja Wilson heaps praise on Azzi Fudd

Before meeting Azzi Fudd on the court for the first time, A’ja Wilson had some kind words for the Wings rookie. Before the game, a reporter asked Wilson what she thought about Fudd’s transition from college basketball to the WNBA.

Wilson admitted to being extremely impressed.

“It was a smooth transition. I feel like she was someone that I always felt like was going to have a smooth transition because of her approach to the game,” she said. “I think she’s doing a great job. I think obviously she’s going to have her ups and downs that comes with being a rookie, but I think she’s handling it really well.”