The WNBA All-Star Game is a testament to player talents and fan cultures. It’s also a good measure of this league’s ongoing evolution.In its first season, the brand-new WNBA didn’t even have an All-Star celebration. A decade after that, both All-Star coaches hailed from franchises soon to be relocated or disbanded. Two decades after inauguration, Maya Moore led the field with around 33,000 fan votes. Now cut to 2026, when both Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark exceeded the 1 million mark.This year’s All-Star Game shows how much the W has going for it right now. Bueckers, Clark, Olivia Miles, Dominique Malonga and Angel Reese lead the next generation into the spotlight. They’re joined by enduring superstars like A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. Gabby Williams highlights the instant success of the Golden State Valkyries, and Marina Mabrey gets love on behalf of one of this year’s expansion teams, the Toronto Tempo. There are twerking mascots and blue-haired goofballs for those with eyes to see them.Here’s what to know ahead of the main event. All times listed are ET.How to watch the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game
Venue: United Center — Chicago
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: 8:30 p.m.
TV: ABC
