Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier Named Captains for 2025 WNBA All-Star Game
Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier will lead the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game as captains, with the event scheduled for July 19 in Indianapolis.
USA TODAYWNBA names All-Star Game captains: Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier to pick teams
FOX NewsFever star Caitlin Clark named captain for 2025 WNBA All-Star Game after receiving over 1 million votes
Associated PressCaitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier chosen as captains of WNBA All-Star Game by fan vote
Overview
Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier have been selected as captains for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game based on fan votes.
The All-Star Game is set to take place on July 19, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Caitlin Clark received over 1.2 million votes, the highest in the league, despite struggling with injuries this season.
Napheesa Collier, with a career-best performance, leads the league in scoring and is fourth in rebounding.
Collier's leadership has helped the Lynx achieve the best record in the league this season.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources emphasize the significance of fan engagement in selecting All-Star captains, highlighting Caitlin Clark's popularity and Napheesa Collier's impressive performance. They frame the narrative around individual achievements and team success, subtly reflecting a bias towards celebrating star players while acknowledging challenges like injuries.