Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier have made their selections for the WNBA All-Star Game, which will take place in Indianapolis on July 19. As the two leading vote-getters in fan balloting, Clark, representing the Indiana Fever, and Collier, from the Minnesota Lynx, revealed their rosters in a draft held on Tuesday.
In a move that strengthens Team Clark, Caitlin chose her Fever teammate Aliyah Boston with the first overall pick, further showcasing the confidence in their synergy on the court. Kelsey Mitchell was also selected as Team Clark’s other Fever representative at pick No. 10. The lineup for Team Clark is rounded out with Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu, three-time MVP A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces, and Phoenix Mercury’s Satou Sabally.
Meanwhile, Collier began her picks by selecting her former UConn and USA Basketball teammate, Breanna Stewart, at the second overall spot. The rest of Team Collier includes Atlanta Dream’s Allisha Gray, Storm forward Nneka Ogwumike, and Dallas Wings’ Paige Bueckers.
Both teams also feature impressive reserves. Team Clark’s reserve players comprise Mitchell, Seattle Storm’s Gabby Williams, Washington Mystics’ Sonia Citron, and several others, while Team Collier’s bench includes her Lynx teammate Courtney Williams and renowned players from various teams, showcasing the depth of talent among the All-Stars.
Interestingly, there was potential for trades during the draft. Clark initially proposed a swap of Sabally for Stewart, aiming to pair the Liberty teammates under Coach Sandy Brondello. However, Collier requested a swap of Boston for Stewart, which did not materialize, highlighting the competitive spirit between the captains.
The All-Star 3-Point Contest and Skills Challenge are set for July 18 at 8 p.m. ET, leading up to the All-Star Game at 8:30 p.m. ET on July 19, all to be hosted at the Fever’s Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
This year’s All-Star events promise excitement, with fans eager to see these talented players showcase their skills. The event not only highlights the star power within the WNBA but also emphasizes the camaraderie and connections formed through shared experiences on and off the court, paving the way for a memorable event.