Nneka Ogwumike of the Seattle Storm has made history by earning her 10th WNBA All-Star selection, joining elite players like Sue Bird, Tamika Catchings, Brittney Griner, and Diana Taurasi, who each have reached this milestone. This significant achievement comes as Ogwumike enters her 14th season in the league, and it ties her for third place in WNBA history for All-Star selections, trailing only Bird (13) and Taurasi (11).
Highlighting the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game along with Ogwumike are notable players such as Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty and A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces, each making their seventh appearance. The game is set to take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Saturday, July 19, and will be broadcast on multiple platforms, including ABC and ESPN+.
Captains for this year’s All-Star game were also announced, with Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx leading the rosters. Clark secured her captaincy through a record-breaking fan vote tally of 1,293,526, while Collier followed with 1,176,020 votes. Fans will soon get involved again as voting for the 12 reserve spots, determined by WNBA head coaches, is set to begin.
Both captains will draft their teams for the All-Star game during an ESPN broadcast on July 8. If any player is unable to participate, a replacement will be appointed by WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
The 2025 All-Star starters are as follows:
1. Nneka Ogwumike (Storm, 10th Selection)
2. Breanna Stewart (Liberty, 7th Selection)
3. A’ja Wilson (Aces, 7th Selection)
4. Aliyah Boston (Fever, 3rd Selection)
5. Satou Sabally (Mercury, 3rd Selection)
6. Caitlin Clark (Fever, 2nd Selection)
7. Napheesa Collier (Lynx, 5th Selection)
8. Allisha Gray (Dream, 3rd Selection)
9. Sabrina Ionescu (Liberty, 4th Selection)
10. Paige Bueckers (Wings, 1st Selection)
Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, is particularly noteworthy as she has made an impressive entry into the league, currently ranking 11th in scoring and 6th in assists, establishing herself as a player to watch.
The 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game promises to be a spectacular event, showcasing talent and entertainment over a three-day celebration that includes contests and challenges leading up to the main event.
This year’s All-Star Game not only highlights the current stars of the WNBA but also underscores the league’s growth and ongoing excitement, fostering a hopeful view for its future. The anticipation surrounding these players and the events adds to the vibrancy of the league, reflecting its increasing popularity and the thrilling performances fans can expect.