The WNBA has seen remarkable offensive talent since their inception in 1997, with the league’s greatest superstars continually redefining the art of scoring. From Diana Taurasi, the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer, to A’ja Wilson’s dominant 2024 campaign, players have consistently pushed the boundaries of offensive performance.

The single-season scoring records reflect this progression as the league evolves with generational offensive talent (Maybe you’ve heard of Caitlin Clark). These exceptional ppg performances over the last two seasons highlight the growth of the professional women’s game, as players not only set new benchmarks for individual success but also elevate the overall level of competition across the league.

The WNBA Single-Season Scoring Records 

The WNBA has been around for less than 3 decades so this list is full of active players like A’ja Wilson, Diana Taurasi, Breanna Stewart, Jewell Loyd and Tina Charles still putting up big numbers. As you look over this list, keep in mind that the WNBA game that is eight minutes shorter than an NBA game—40 minutes versus the NBA’s 48 minutes. This difference in game time makes the league’s scoring achievements even more impressive, as WNBA players must do more in less time.

The WNBA’s Highest PPG All-Time

A’ja Wilson has the WNBA’s top single-season scoring average in league history. In 2024, Wilson is averaging a record 26.87  points per game on insane efficiency – shooting over 51% from the field and nearly 85% from the line. She has dominated the league with her mix of size, speed, strength and a deadly mid-range game.

Wilson is in her prime so online gambling platforms like sports betting uk have her as the favorite to lead the league in points per game the next few WNBA seasons. Her greatness is magnified when you realize that while she is the Las Vegas Ace’s primary scoring options, she is surrounded by professional scorers Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young.

In second place is Diana Taurasi, the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer as far as total points. Taurasi held the highest scoring average since 2006 with 25.29 points per game, the highest single-season average until Wilson broke it this season. Taurasi’s ability to score from anywhere on the court has earned her a legendary status in the league. It’s worth noting that the Taurasi and Wilson are the only two players to show up in the top twelve.

In third place is Jewell Loyd when she had an extraordinary scoring season in 2023. Averaging 24.71 points per game, “Gold Mamba” set a new career-high and placed her among the top scorers in WNBA history. Her scoring prowess was pivotal for the Seattle Storm.

The 2023 WNBA season was record breaking in terms of PPG, with three players — Loyd, Wilson and Breanna Stewart all finishing in the top 12 all-time for single-season scoring averages. Loyd led the league that season with 24.71 points per game, while Stewart’s 22.98 PPG (#11 all-timm) edged out Wilson’s 22.80 points per game (#12). In that same season, Wilson tied Liz Cambage for the most points in a WNBA game with 53 points.

Taurasi also owns the fourth highest scoring average in WNBA history with 24.12 points per game. Maya Moore rounds out the top five when the legendary WNBA player averaged 23.88 points per game in 2014.

International star Lauren Jackson is another legend, averaging 23.84 points per game during her 2007 campaign. Her impressive scoring prowess helped to elevate the WNBA’s international appeal. Elena Delle Donne, one of the league’s most skilled shooters, averaged 23.39 points per game in 2015.

Tina Charles, who averaged 23.37 points in 2021, and Katie Smith, who scored 23.09 points per game in 2001, further solidify their places as two of the league’s best scorers.

Finally we have another Aussie in Liz Cambage. One of the league’s tallest players of all-time, Cambage’s combination of sheer size at 6-7 and fierceness powered her to 23.03 points per game in the 2018 season.