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Indianapolis to Host WNBA All-Star Game; Clark Out Injured

News Summary

Indianapolis is set to host the WNBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the first time. The event, scheduled for July 19, will showcase top talent but will be missing star player Caitlin Clark due to a groin injury. While Clark will not compete, she will still participate as a team captain and assistant coach. The league has announced replacements for Clark, and festivities will include not only the All-Star game but also a 3-point contest and skills challenge, promoting community engagement and women’s basketball.

Indianapolis Set to Host 2025 WNBA All-Star Game; Caitlin Clark Out Due to Injury

Indianapolis will host the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, marking the first time the league’s midseason showcase will be held in this city. The event, scheduled for July 19, will highlight top talent from across the league and feature various festivities dedicated to women’s basketball.

Key Player Absence: Caitlin Clark Unable to Participate

The event will be absent of Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, who is the leading fan vote-getter and was slated to serve as a captain for one of the All-Star teams. Clark announced that she will not participate in the game due to a groin injury sustained during a recent road victory over the Connecticut Sun. Her injury also means she will miss the associated 3-point contest.

Despite the setback, Clark remains involved in the festivities by serving as a team captain and assistant coach for Team Clark. She expressed her disappointment about not being able to play but conveyed gratitude for the preparations taking place in Indianapolis and the support from fans.

Support for All-Star Participants and Changes Due to Injury

To accommodate the injury, league officials have named injury replacements for Clark, allowing the Washington Mystics and Minnesota Lynx to each have three players competing in the game. Both the Indiana Fever and Seattle Storm teams have three selected starters, with additional players joining through replacement choices.

The All-Star Weekend activities will also see Napheesa Collier, a star from the Minnesota Lynx, serve as the opposing team captain, known as Team Collier.

Event Schedule and Telecast Details

The All-Star festivities kick off on Friday, July 18, with the 3-point contest and the skills challenge. These events will take place at the Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, offering fans multiple options for engagement.

The main event, the WNBA All-Star Game, will be broadcast live on ABC, with streaming available via the ESPN app and Fubo. The game attracts a broad audience, showcasing the league’s best players and talent.

Community and Fan Engagement

In support of community outreach, tickets for the event are reasonably priced. The daily Adult admission to activities at the Indiana Convention Center costs $28.40, while tickets for children 12 and under are free. The event aims to promote women’s basketball and engage fans of all ages.

During the Fever Fest, attendees will enjoy performances from Fever player Kelsey Mitchell and comedian Colson. Additionally, young fans like Mi’ Joi Angel Perkins, an 8-year-old Fever supporter, will have the opportunity to attend the skills competition and All-Star Game through special tickets.

Additional Events and Legacy of the Event

Outside of the basketball games, the All-Star Weekend includes music and entertainment, with a headlining outdoor concert featuring The Kid LAROI scheduled for Saturday, July 19. The weekend festivities aim to celebrate women’s basketball, promote community involvement, and boost tourism in Indianapolis.

This year’s All-Star Game exemplifies the league’s effort to shine a spotlight on its marquee talent, despite unforeseen challenges such as injuries. With this year’s event, the league continues to grow its profile and engage a diverse audience of fans across the country.

Overall, the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game promises to be an exciting showcase of top-tier women’s basketball talent, set against the vibrant backdrop of Indianapolis. Fans will enjoy a weekend full of competition, entertainment, and community engagement, even as some of the league’s brightest stars, like Caitlin Clark, unfortunately sit out due to injury.

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