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Angel Reese Assesses Her WNBA All-Star Selection Despite 'Sophomore Slump'

The reserves for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game were announced on July 6, and some of the league's biggest stars secured their spot to compete at the Indiana Fever's Gainbridge Fieldhouse Arena on July 19.

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A’ja Wilson, Aces cruise as Sun's skid reaches 10

MVP candidate A'ja Wilson shot 8-of-10 from the field and finished with a game-high 19 points and four blocks as the Las Vegas Aces posted an 86-68 wire-to-wire win over the host Connecticut Sun on Sunday.

Indiana Fever News / ESPN / July 6

Sparks troll Sophie Cunningham's comments on Detroit, Cleveland after win

Earlier in the week, the Indiana Fever guard said she didn't know how excited players would be to play in two of the WNBA's three latest expansion cities.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 6

'I Want to Be Better': Dallas Wings Want to Help Paige Bueckers More Against Blitzes

The Dallas Wings have been trying to strike the right balance regarding Paige Bueckers. The rookie guard can deliver big performances—like her 23-point, five-assist outing in Thursday’s 98-89 win over the Phoenix Mercury—but as head coach Chris Koclanes noted, taking pressure off her is as important as empowering her.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Caitlin Clark Facing Big Angel Reese Decision for All-Star Game

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was named a WNBA All-Star Game captain for the Eastern Conference last week after receiving a record-breaking 1,293,596 fan votes—the most in league history.

WNBA News / Hoopfeed.com / July 6

2025 WNBA All-Star Game Reserves Announced

The WNBA announced the 12 reserves for the 2025 All-Star Game, scheduled for Saturday, July 19 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Seattle Storm’s

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 6

Liberty drops third of four in home loss to Storm

Seattle rookie Dominique Malonga tied a career high with 11 points and Gabby Williams had 16 as the visiting Storm rolled past the New York Liberty 79-70 Sunday at Barclays Center.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Angel Reese Shares Exciting Post After WNBA All-Star Game News

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese was named to her second WNBA All-Star game this past week as the team’s sole representative. To capitalize on the milestone, Reese, 23, has decided to give back to the fans who passionately voted for her by releasing limited-time shirts on theangelreese.com.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Brittney Griner Dealt Unfortunate News on Sunday

WNBA veteran Brittney Griner has been a powerful addition to the Atlanta Dream squad this spring. Her 6‑foot‑9 stature helps win battles in the paint, both offensively and defensively.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / July 6

The Aces look to bounce back after an Embarrassing loss

After suffering an embarrassing loss to the Indiana Fever (9-8), the Las Vegas Aces (8-9) continue on to their third game in their five-game road trip against the Connecticut Sun (2-15).

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Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / July 6

Fever's Season-Long Foul Troubles Plague Indiana in Loss to Sparks

The Indiana Fever had their three-game winning streak snapped Saturday night, edged 89-87 in a close battle against the Los Angeles Sparks. Indiana led 45-42 at halftime and held a 4-point lead with 1:43 left in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't enough to prevent yet another blown second-half lead.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 6

Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas among dozen All-Star Game reserves

League rebounding leader Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky and assists leader Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury are among the 12 reserves announced Sunday for the WNBA All-Star Game.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / July 6

Lynx guard Courtney Williams named 2025 WNBA All-Star

We officially know that Courtney Williams will be the only other Lynx player joining Napheesa Collier at this year's WNBA All-Star game. Williams was officially named a 2025 WNBA All-Star reserve on Sunday.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / July 6

All-Star Game selections show why Fever's title hopes remain afloat

On Sunday, Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell was named a reserve for the All-Star Game, joining Fever guard Caitlin Clark and forward Aliyah Boston.

Angel Reese earns some redemption with WNBA All-Star selection

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Chicago Sky News / Yardbarker / July 6

Angel Reese earns redemption with WNBA All-Star selection

Angel Reese earns some redemption with WNBA All-Star selection

Reese, the seventh overall pick of the Chicago Sky in the 2024 WNBA Draft, is the only player in league history to average a double-double.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 6

Phoenix Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas selected as All-Star reserve

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas has been selected as a WNBA All-Star reserve, as announced by the league on Sunday morning. This is Thomas’ sixth season as an All-Star and her fourth straight season.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Sparks take online shot at Sophie Cunningham after win over Fever

The Los Angeles Sparks are joining in on the roast of Sophie Cunningham. The Sparks defeated Cunningham and the Indiana Fever on Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Kelsey Plum pulls disrespectful move on Lexie Hull in Fever-Sparks game

Kelsey Plum was doing a little too much during Saturday’s game against the Indiana Fever. The Los Angeles Sparks guard Plum pulled a disrespectful move on Indiana’s Lexie Hull in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s contest at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 5

Late bucket, defensive stop help Sparks put away Fever

Azura Stevens and Kelsey Plum anchored the Los Angeles Sparks to a narrow 89-87 victory over the Indiana Fever on Saturday night in Indianapolis. Stevens made a key free throw with 3.1 seconds to put the visitors ahead by two, finishing with a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / July 5

Lynx's Napheesa Collier claps back at fan over WNBPA conspiracy claim

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier clapped back at a fan's social media post on Saturday alleging she and Breanna Stewart have a conflict of interest as members of the WNBPA executive committee.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 5

ESPN predicts Phoenix Mercury standout to be All-Star reserve

PHOENIX — ESPN predicts Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas will be chosen for the WNBA All-Star team as a reserve. Thomas currently leads the league in assists, averaging 9.3.