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A heated rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum escalated after a video from last year's WNBA All-Star Game resurfaced, showing Plum aggressively guarding Clark in a tense moment, amid recent exchanges and comments between the two players.
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis featured record-breaking performances, notable player moments, and a strong presence of player activism with 'Pay Us' shirts, despite some event limitations and the absence of Caitlin Clark due to injury. Napheesa Collier shined by setting a single-game points record, and the event showcased the league's growth and ongoing labor negotiations.
Caitlin Clark, despite a groin injury preventing her from playing in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, will be active on the sidelines to support her team and cheer for her teammates, highlighting her positive spirit and dedication to the sport.
Sabrina Ionescu showed her true character by offering supportive words to Caitlin Clark, who is missing the WNBA All-Star Game due to injury, highlighting sportsmanship and camaraderie in the league.
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will miss the WNBA All-Star Game and 3-point contest due to a right groin injury, despite being named a starter and captain. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will select a replacement for her in the All-Star Game. Clark, who has faced multiple injuries this season, will be present at the event to support her team and coach.
Caitlin Clark's participation in the WNBA All-Star Game is uncertain due to a recent groin injury, which adds to a season of injuries that have limited her play and affected her performance, though her team, Indiana Fever, remains in playoff contention.
Caitlin Clark, the No. 1 pick in April's WNBA Draft, is the second-highest vote-getter for the WNBA All-Star Game, trailing only A'ja Wilson. Clark, who plays for the Indiana Fever, is averaging 16.3 points and 6.2 assists per game, leading all rookies. The top 10 vote-getters will automatically participate in the All-Star Game, set for July 20 in Phoenix.
Brittney Griner, of the Phoenix Mercury, made a triumphant return to the WNBA All-Star Game, her first since being released from a Russian penal colony. Griner scored 18 points, including two dunks, in Team Stewart's victory over Team Wilson. Griner expressed gratitude for the support she received during her detention and emphasized the importance of the fans. Jewell Loyd of the Seattle Storm earned MVP honors with a record-breaking 31 points and 10 three-pointers. The WNBA commissioner announced that Phoenix will host the 2024 All-Star Game.
Jewell Loyd of the Seattle Storm sets a WNBA All-Star Game scoring record with 31 points, winning the MVP award and leading Team Stewart to a 143-127 victory over Team Wilson. Loyd's performance included hitting a record 10 3-pointers, dedicating the win to her parents on their 40th wedding anniversary. The victory also set an All-Star record for Team Stewart, while Kelsey Plum of the Las Vegas Aces tied her own record with 30 points. Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury, who missed last season due to detainment in Russia, received a warm welcome and showcased her skills with 18 points and 13 rebounds.