WNBA Season: Clark Controversy, All-Star Starters, Liberty Dominance, Collier Return
Key Questions
Who are the 2026 WNBA All-Star starters and reserves?
Official starters include Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, Paige Bueckers, A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and others. Reserves feature Angel Reese, Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard, Dominique Malonga, Nneka Ogwumike, and Jonquel Jones.
What is Caitlin Clark's injury status and expected return?
Clark is out with a back injury but feeling better and targeting a return around July 9-10. She has been named Eastern Conference Player of the Month and continues to break records despite the absence.
What happened with the Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark controversy?
Alyssa Thomas faced death threats after a flagrant foul on Clark, prompting criticism from Commissioner Engelbert. A new report refutes Thomas' claims, and both Clark and Stephanie White have condemned the harassment.
Which team won the 2026 Commissioner's Cup?
The New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces to win the Commissioner's Cup. Breanna Stewart earned MVP honors while Sabrina Ionescu delivered key heroics in the victory.
When is Napheesa Collier expected to return?
Collier has returned to full practice and is nearing a mid-July debut for the Lynx. She is expected to significantly boost the team's lineup upon her return.
How did player voting impact the 2026 All-Star selections?
Over half of WNBA players did not vote for starters, leading to Clark being ranked 11th among guards and snubs for Dream players. Angel Reese expressed feeling disrespected by the outcome.
What are the latest WNBA power rankings?
The Golden State Valkyries have risen to No. 1 in the power rankings. The New York Liberty jumped to No. 2, while the Minnesota Lynx and others continue to climb.
What recent roster moves and signings occurred in the WNBA?
The Atlanta Dream signed Shatori Walker-Kimbrough and saw three players named All-Star reserves. Sophie Cunningham has built separation in the Sixth Player race ahead of Chennedy Carter.
Fever 4-4; Caitlin Clark broke records. Alyssa Thomas addressed death threats after flagrant foul; Commissioner Engelbert criticized. New report refutes Thomas' claim. Stephanie White condemned harassment. Sophie Cunningham called Clark left off 30-year poster a 'joke'. Liberty beat Aces to win Commissioner's Cup (Stewart MVP, Ionescu heroics). Collier returned to practice. Official All-Star starters announced: Clark, Mitchell, Boston, Bueckers, Wilson, Stewart, Williams, etc. Player voting snubbed Clark (11th among guards). Angel Reese felt 'disrespected' after no Dream players made starters. Clark's biographer shocked. Reese spoke out. WNBA fined Jessica Shepard for flagrant on Griner. Arike Ogunbowale moved to 14th all-time in 3-pointers. Former NBA doctor warns of dire consequences for Clark. Storm and Mercury trending up. All-Star draft format by legends. Clark named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. Clark condemned harassment; league implementing security. Reese reiterated Dream snub. Clark spoke out on Thomas controversy, said 'I'm not a robot.' She is out with back injury but feeling better. Liberty beat Lynx 99-86, denying Reeve wins record; Stewart 36. Collier and Juhasz nearing return. Over half of WNBA players didn't vote for All-Star starters; Sparks admitted errors. Clark targets return July 9-10. Dream in free fall (5 straight losses). Valkyries rise to top of power rankings. All-Star reserves predictions. Fever improved to 3-0 without Clark. Liberty jumped to No. 2. Sophie Cunningham building separation in Sixth Player race. Midseason breakout candidates. New: Olivia Miles out with calf injury. Clark and Wilson nearing return; Plum out longer; Collier close (practiced fully July 1, likely mid-July debut). DeMar DeRozan released by Kings. Valkyries now #1 in power rankings. 2024 draft class retrospective highlights Clark, Brink, Cardoso, Reese. New: Official All-Star reserves announced: Reese, Gray, Howard, Malonga, etc. Dream sign Shatori Walker-Kimbrough. Geno Auriemma says fouls on Clark are 'not a referendum on America' and condemns delusional fans. Chennedy Carter falls behind Cunningham in Sixth Player race. Dominique Malonga selected as All-Star reserve at age 20.