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A'ja Wilson Says She Doesn't Have Much Of A Relationship With WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert

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As WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert continues to face calls to be replaced, she doesn't seem to have too many allies to put in a good word for her.

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Kahleah Copper keeps the Phoenix Mercury in the All-Star spotlight

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CHICAGO — Kahleah Copper’s appearance in the WNBA All-Star Game lasted only a few minutes, but her fifth career selection ensured the Phoenix Mercury were represented on one of the league’s biggest stages. As the Mercury’s lone representative at this year’s showcase, Copper found herself representing a franchise that has undergone dramatic change in recent seasons.

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2026 WNBA All-Star Game takeaways: A dunk, a worthy MVP and a plea for intensity

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CHICAGO – Caitlin Clark tried. She really did. The Indiana Fever star scored the first bucket off Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game off a steal. An actual, real-life display of extra effort. And Clark didn’t let up, darting around the backcourt like a pest as the opposition brought the ball up the United Center floor, not doing too much as much as trying to do something. She even made a plea before the teams returned to the locker room at halftime, telling ESPN’s Holly Rowe that the fans paid a lot

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“Love The President”: Caitlin Clark Earns Reaction From Teammates With Special Act Ahead of WNBA All-Star Game

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Caitlin Clark’s highly anticipated signature shoe won’t reach the public until later this year, but a pair of WNBA veterans have received it early. Following a surprise visit from the Indiana Fever star during their ‘Studbudz’ livestream, Natisha Hiedeman and Courtney Williams were given a pair of the yet-to-be-released shoe.

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Angel Reese’s shockingly short WNBA All-Star appearance has simple explanation

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Angel Reese returned to Chicago for her third consecutive WNBA All-Star appearance, but fans did not get to see much of the Atlanta Dream star on the court. Reese played a game-low nine minutes for Team Coop during its 129-122 loss to Team Spoon at the United Center. The limited playing time immediately raised questions, particularly because Reese was one of the biggest attractions during All-Star Weekend.

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‘Kinda Disappointed’ – Caitlin Clark Questions 1 Major Rule Change at WNBA All-Star Game

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At last season’s WNBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the WNBA introduced the 4-point shot to add excitement and quicken the pace of play. This season, the WNBA decided to remove the 4-point shot from the All-Star Game, and Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark appeared to oppose the change.

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Jones, Clark carry Team Spoon to WNBA All-Star Game victory

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Updated Jul 26, 4:35 PM ET

Jonquel Jones won game MVP honors after scoring 22 points and falling two assists shy of a triple-double to help Caitlin Clark and Team Spoon defeat Team Coop 129-122 in the WNBA All-Star Game.

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A’ja Wilson’s Reaction Caught on Camera After Learning Something Personal About Olivia Miles Before the WNBA All-Star Game

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Since she entered the league in 2018, A’ja Wilson has spent years being one of the WNBA’s youngest superstars. But somewhere along the way, the four-time MVP became one of the veterans of the league.

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Embattled WNBA commissioner Engelbert mum on job status for '27

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Updated Jul 26, 5:16 AM ET

Cathy Engelbert was noncommittal when asked if she expects to remain WNBA commissioner next season following months of increased scrutiny over her leadership.

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Indiana Fever in WNBA All-Star game highlights: Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston

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Updated Jul 26, 2:35 PM ET

Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell will be starting the WNBA All-Star game. Keep up with all the Indiana Fever highlights

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Why The Angel Reese Barbie Is A Win For The WNBA's Cultural Moment

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The Angel Reese Barbie reached another milestone when Mattel unveiled the collectible ahead of WNBA All-Star Weekend. The doll became available in July with a suggested retail price of $38. The announcement recognized more than athletic success. It celebrated her expanding impact across basketball, fashion, business, and community leadership while introducing another cultural moment for […] The post Why The Angel Reese Barbie Is A Win For The WNBA's Cultural Moment appeared first on Stadium Rant

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Kevin Durant, Paige Bueckers Link Up During WNBA All-Star Weekend

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Updated Jul 26, 2:19 PM ET

Kevin Durant and Paige Bueckers brought two basketball worlds together during 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend. Bueckers, in Chicago as captain of Team Coop, joined Durant for a baseline shooting session while the Houston Rockets star spends his NBA offseason away from game action, per Yahoo.The brief footage gave Durant all he needed for a perfectly […] The post Kevin Durant, Paige Bueckers Link Up During WNBA All-Star Weekend appeared first on HEAVY.

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Angel Reese surprises Chicago kids with special All-Star Weekend gift

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Angel Reese returned to Chicago for WNBA All-Star Weekend and made sure a group of local children went home with much more than a memorable story. The Atlanta Dream star surprised children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago during her Barbie x Reebok Dream Closet event at TOGETHXR House. Reese answered questions from the young fans, showed them around the immersive experience and then delivered the biggest surprise of the day.

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Kelsey Mitchell Headlines 2026 WNBA All-Star Game MVP Candidates

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Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and Kelsey Mitchell headline the players with the best chance to win MVP at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago.

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Interview: MiLaysia Fulwiley’s partnership with Panini America is another marker of her present (and future) superstardom

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MiLaysia Fulwiley. | Getty Images Most athletes would say that growing up, they not only wanted to succeed in their respective sport, but to reap the benefits of said success. That includes having their name, image and likeness on blast on magazine covers, trading cards and more forms of media that signal their stardom. LSU senior guard and future WNBA draft pick MiLaysia Fulwiley has reached that point: She is now one of the faces of Panini America’s trading cards. During WNBA All-Star 2026,...

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Barack Obama Tells Caitlin Clark Not to Let the 'Nonsense' Get Her Down

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Barack Obama surprised the WNBA All-Stars at his Presidential Center on Friday. He told Caitlin Clark not to let the nonsense get her down.

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Julia Poe: Chicago throws stellar party for WNBA All-Star weekend — but Sky left watching from sidelines

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Updated Jul 26, 6:43 AM ET

CHICAGO — There wasn’t really any doubt. But after the city spent the weekend hosting the WNBA All-Star Game for the second time in five years, it’s more clear than ever: The love of women’s basketball in Chicago is alive and well. In every sense that matters, this weekend was a resounding success for both the WNBA and the city. The league is predicting a sellout for Saturday’s All-Star Game ...

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Diana Taurasi sends brutally honest message to people complaining about WNBA officiating

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Updated Jul 26, 7:35 AM ET

WNBA legend Diana Taurasi gives her blunt take on the growing conversations surrounding the league's officiating

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