Hold onto your sun hats, folks! The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game is blazing into the Footprint Center in Phoenix on July 20, and it’s set to be a scorcher. This year’s extravaganza promises more glitter than a Hollywood premiere and more talent than a Broadway show, featuring the crème de la crème of the WNBA in a USA Basketball Women’s National Team vs. WNBA All-Stars showdown.
Footprint Center: The New Epicenter of Awesomeness
Phoenix’s Footprint Center, home to the Phoenix Mercury, will be the battleground for this epic clash. The game kicks off at 8:30 p.m. ET/5:30 p.m. PT on ABC, ensuring fans across the country can witness this sporting spectacle live. If you missed out on tickets, don’t fret—the event sold out faster than a hotcake at a county fair.
Two Days of WNBA Wonder
The All-Star weekend isn’t just about the game. Prepare for a carnival of WNBA-centric activities starting July 19. From the WNBA 3-Point Contest to the WNBA Skills Challenge, it’s like basketball Christmas come early. And as a cherry on top, this year’s game doubles as a farewell party for our All-Stars heading to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Talk about a grand send-off!
The Roster Rundown
Selecting the stars of the All-Star Game was no small feat, involving votes from fans, WNBA players, and a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters. The result? A superstar roster that reads like a who’s who of women’s basketball.
Team WNBA’s Fantastic Ten:
- Aliyah Boston (Indiana Fever)
- Caitlin Clark (Indiana)
- Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx)
- Kahleah Copper (Phoenix)
- Dearica Hamby (Los Angeles Sparks)
- Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty)
- Arike Ogunbowale (Dallas Wings)
- Breanna Stewart (New York)
- A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces)
- Jackie Young (Las Vegas)
The Coaches’ Picks:
- DeWanna Bonner (Connecticut Sun)
- Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream)
- Brionna Jones (Connecticut)
- Jonquel Jones (New York)
- Kayla McBride (Minnesota)
- Kelsey Mitchell (Indiana)
- Nneka Ogwumike (Seattle Storm)
- Angel Reese (Chicago Sky)
Fun fact: Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, known for their sizzling rivalry, will be playing side by side. Will there be sparks? You bet.
USA Women’s National Team: The Titans of the Court
Facing off against Team WNBA is the formidable USA Women’s National Team. With stars like Brittney Griner, Chelsea Gray, and Diana Taurasi leading the charge, it’s going to be a battle of epic proportions.
This marks the second time this unique format graces the All-Star Game. The last showdown in 2021 saw Arike Ogunbowale’s heroics lead Team WNBA to a 93-85 victory. Could history repeat itself? Stay tuned.
Phoenix: More Than Just a Game
While the All-Stars duke it out on the court, Phoenix will transform into a mecca of basketball, fashion, music, and culture. The third annual WNBA Live presented by U.S. Bank will take over the Phoenix Convention Center, promising fans an immersive experience from July 19-20. It’s like a festival, but with more slam dunks and fewer flower crowns.
The Star-Studded Rosters:
Team WNBA:
- DeWanna Bonner, Connecticut
- Aliyah Boston, Indiana
- Caitlin Clark, Indiana
- Allisha Gray, Atlanta
- Dearica Hamby, Los Angeles
- Brionna Jones, Connecticut
- Jonquel Jones, New York
- Kayla McBride, Minnesota
- Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana
- Arike Ogunbowale, Dallas
- Nneka Ogwumike, Seattle
- Angel Reese, Chicago
U.S. Women’s National Team:
- Napheesa Collier, Minnesota
- Kahleah Copper, Phoenix
- Chelsea Gray, Las Vegas
- Brittney Griner, Phoenix
- Sabrina Ionescu, New York
- Jewell Loyd, Seattle
- Kelsey Plum, Las Vegas
- Breanna Stewart, New York
- Diana Taurasi, Phoenix
- Alyssa Thomas, Connecticut
- A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas
- Jackie Young, Las Vegas
So, mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready to witness history in the making. The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game is not just an event; it’s an experience. Let the games begin!
