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The 2026 WNBA All-Star Game takes place on Saturday, July 25. This week, a draft was held to decide which players would be on Team Bueckers and Team Clark. Former WNBA players Cynthia Cooper<\/a> and Teresa Weatherspoon<\/a> went back and forth drafting players for their respective teams. Let\u2019s take a look at how the teams ended up.<\/p>\r\n

The 2026 WNBA All-Star Teams Are Stacked, Rosters Are Revealed<\/h2>\r\n

Team Bueckers Starters<\/h3>\r\n

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Paige Bueckers (DAL)<\/h4>\r\n

This season, Paige Bueckers<\/a> is averaging 20.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. Not only is she a leading scorer for the Dallas Wings, but she is an elite playmaker. The guard does a great job of setting her teammates in scenarios where she is being defended.<\/p>\r\n

Breanna Stewart (NY)<\/h4>\r\n

Breanna Stewart<\/a> has been a strong leader for the New York Liberty this season. The two-time WNBA MVP is averaging 20.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game this season. Stewart is also a strong defender, averaging 1.3 steals and blocks per game. Her 7-foot-4 wingspan makes her stand out from other defenders.<\/p>\r\n

Kelsey Mitchell (IND)<\/h4>\r\n

Kelsey Mitchell<\/a> has been one of the most consistent players in the WNBA this season. The Indiana Fever guard is averaging 22.6 points per game. Mitchell is currently on a streak, scoring 20 points or more in eight straight games.<\/p>\r\n

Natasha Howard (MIN)<\/h4>\r\n

Since joining the Minnesota Lynx this season, Natasha Howard<\/a> has proven to be a strong offseason acquisition. The forward is averaging 16.5 points and eight rebounds per game this season. Howard has recorded seven double-doubles this season.<\/p>\r\n

Gabby Williams (GS)<\/h4>\r\n

During the offseason, Gabby Williams<\/a> was traded to the Golden State Valkyries. She immediately made an impact on the team and is putting up career-high stats. Williams is averaging 15 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game.<\/p>\r\n

Team Bueckers Reserves<\/h3>\r\n

Angel Reese (ATL)<\/h4>\r\n

Angel Reese<\/a> is the league leader in double-doubles this season with 16. The third-year player has been named an all-star in all three seasons of her career. This season, she is averaging 15.3 points and 11.8 rebounds per game.<\/p>\r\n

*Marina Mabrey (TOR)<\/h4>\r\n

After putting up a career-high and record-tying<\/a> 53 points, it was safe to say that Marina Mabrey<\/a> would earn a spot as an All-Star. The guard has been putting up strong performances all season with the Toronto Tempo. Mabrey is averaging a career-best 21 points per game. She also leads the WNBA in 3-pointers made with 78.<\/p>\r\n

*Dominique Malonga (SEA)<\/h4>\r\n

Despite missing a few games this season, Dominique Malonga<\/a> is averaging 15.5 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. The second-year player has been a solid force for the Seattle Storm. She has become a leader for the team this season.<\/p>\r\n

Kelsey Plum (LA)<\/h4>\r\n

Kelsey Plum<\/a> was among the top five players in the league for points scored per game this season. An ankle injury has kept her sidelined for the past few weeks. However, Plum is averaging 23.9 points per game.<\/p>\r\n

Jackie Young (LV)<\/h4>\r\n

Jackie Young<\/a> has been an all-around player for the Las Vegas Aces this season. Young is averaging 16.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game. In games without key players, she has stepped up and become a main scorer for the Aces.<\/p>\r\n

Sonia Citron (WSH)<\/h4>\r\n

Sonia Citron<\/a> has had a few tough games due to teammates being out due to injury. Citron has also had some injury struggles herself. Despite this, the guard is averaging 17.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.<\/p>\r\n


Team Clark Starters<\/h3>\r\n

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Caitlin Clark (IND)<\/h4>\r\n

For the second year in a row, Caitlin Clark<\/a> is leading an all-star team. After not being able to participate in last year\u2019s festivities, Clark<\/a> is ready to go this time around. The Indiana Fever guard is averaging 19.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 7.7 assists per game this season.<\/p>\r\n

A\u2019ja Wilson (LV)<\/h4>\r\n

The leader of the Las Vegas Aces, A\u2019ja Wilson<\/a>, is having a great season. Wilson is the WNBA\u2019s leader in points per game this season with 25.5. The center can score from anywhere on the court, with a lethal mid-range shot.<\/p>\r\n

*Olivia Miles (MIN)<\/h4>\r\n

In her first season, Olivia Miles<\/a> is an all-star starter. The rookie<\/a> has been playing like a veteran. Miles is averaging 19.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. She strikes a balance between offense and defense that contributes to the Minnesota Lynx’s success.<\/p>\r\n

Aliyah Boston (IND)<\/h4>\r\n

Aliyah Boston<\/a> has been a strong force for the Indiana Fever. She has stepped up when her team needed her most, without Clark on the floor. The center is averaging 17.2 points and 8.7 rebounds per game.<\/p>\r\n

*Jessica Shepard (DAL)<\/h4>\r\n

Since joining the Dallas Wings this season, Jessica Shepard<\/a> has been unstoppable. She is a potential candidate for most improved player. Shepard is just behind Reese, with 15 double-doubles this season. The forward has also recorded three triple-doubles this season.<\/p>\r\n

Team Clark Reserves<\/h3>\r\n

Rhyne Howard (ATL)<\/h4>\r\n

Rhyne Howard<\/a> of the Atlanta Dream is one of the best three-point shooters in the league. The guard is second in the league with three-pointers made with 76. Howard is averaging 18.2 points per game this season and 2.6 steals per game, leading the league with 60 thus far.<\/p>\r\n

Allisha Gray (ATL)<\/h4>\r\n

Allisha Gray<\/a> is leading the Atlanta Dream this season with 18.8 points per game. Gray is an elite shooter in the league. She always finds a way to get open shots. The guard has been tallying more assists this season.<\/p>\r\n

Jonquel Jones (NY)<\/h4>\r\n

New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones<\/a> is making another All-Star appearance. Jones is the Liberty\u2019s double-double leader with nine on the season so far. She is averaging 15 points and 9.3 rebounds per game. Jones is shooting 40.4 percent from three, which is higher than her career average.<\/p>\r\n

Courtney Williams (MIN)<\/h4>\r\n

Courtney Williams<\/a> has become another leader for the Minnesota Lynx in the absence of Napheesa Collier<\/a>. Williams plays a balanced game, as she is both a scorer and a playmaker. She is averaging 15.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and four assists per game.<\/p>\r\n

Kiki Iriafen (WSH)<\/h4>\r\n

This season, Kiki Iriafen<\/a> is close to averaging a double-double per game. The Washington Mystics forward is another top rebounder in the WNBA. Iriafen is averaging 15 points and 9.4 rebounds per game this season.<\/p>\r\n

Nneka Ogwumike (LA)<\/h4>\r\n

The 15-year veteran Nneka Ogwumike<\/a> has been named an all-star for the 11th time in her career. Ogwumike is second all-time for all-star appearances. This season, she is averaging 17.3 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Ogwumike has taken the Los Angeles Sparks on her back in the absence of Plum.<\/p>\r\n

*Indicates first-time all-star<\/p>\r\n

Photo Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski, Imagn Images via Reuters Connect<\/span>


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