Collier's 36 points established a WNBA All-Star Game record. For the third straight year, we've seen history made in the big game with players setting the scoring record: Jewell Loyd and Breanna Stewart had 31 points apiece in 2023, Arike Ogunbowale reached 34 in 2024 and now Collier with 36.

The Fever were without star Caitlin Clark again after she suffered a right groin injury. It was the 12th overall game she has missed this season. Indiana is now 12-12 and sits in sixth place in the WNBA standings, with the top eight qualifying for the playoffs.

When Clark missed five games in June with a quad strain, it was reported that the WNBA saw a 55 percent decrease in viewership with the Fever seeing a 53 percent decline in viewership as well.

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers is one of three rookies participating in the 2025 WNBA All-Star game. She is also the player Breanna Stewart is most excited about playing alongside on Napheesa Collier's team.

Throughout the festivities, including during warm-ups for the All-Star Game, players were prominently seen wearing ‘Pay Us’ t-shirts that said, “Pay Us What You Owe Us”. This visible advocacy underscores the critical ongoing negotiations for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the league and the Players Association.

WNBA All-Star Game draws near, fans are gearing up for one of the most anticipated shows, which takes place today, July 19 in Indianapolis. It stars rookies like Caitli