News Summary
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game is set for July 19 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark will miss the event due to a right groin injury, which also prevents her from participating in the 3-Point Contest. Brittney Sykes and Brionna Jones are stepping in as replacements. The All-Star festivities, including the Kia WNBA Skills Challenge and the 3-Point Contest, will showcase the league’s talent despite the setback. Fans can expect a draft-style game format and a vibrant cultural component.
Indianapolis Set to Host 2025 WNBA All-Star Game; Caitlin Clark Withdraws Due to Injury
Indianapolis, IN — The upcoming 2025 WNBA All-Star Game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 19, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game is set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET, with fans across the country tuning in to witness the league’s top players compete in a showcase of talent and sportmanship.
Key Players and Team Lineups
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, a prominent figure and team captain, will not participate due to a recent injury. Clark, the reigning Kia WNBA Rookie of the Year, suffered a right groin injury that will sideline her from both the All-Star Game and the 3-Point Contest. Despite her absence, she remains a vital leader on her team and in the league at large.
Clark’s injury comes as a significant disappointment, especially considering her consistent performance this season, having never missed a game prior to this injury. This season, she has averaged 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, and 5.0 rebounds over 13 games. Her impeccable streak of 181 consecutive starts in her college and professional career highlights her durability and importance to the team and league.
Replacement Players and Scheduled Events
Replacing Clark in the All-Star Game are Brittney Sykes of the Washington Mystics and Brionna Jones of the Atlanta Dream. Sykes will take Clark’s place on the roster, while Jones replaces Satu Sabelly of the Phoenix Mercury, who is also sidelined with injury.
The All-Star festivities extend beyond the game itself, including events scheduled for Friday, July 18. Highlights include the Kia WNBA Skills Challenge and the WNBA STARRY® 3-Point Contest, both broadcast live on ESPN.
Skills Challenge and 3-Point Contest Participants
The Kia WNBA Skills Challenge features players such as Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream), Natasha Cloud (New York Liberty), Skylar Diggins (Seattle Storm), Erica Wheeler (Seattle Storm), and Courtney Williams (Minnesota Lynx). Participants will face various basketball skills tests, including a unique obstacle involving a 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid.
The WNBA STARRY® 3-Point Contest includes several top shooters such as Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty), Kelsey Plum (Los Angeles Sparks), and Sonya Citron (Washington Mystics). Clark’s inclusion is notable despite her injury; she will compete in the shooting event but will not participate in the game.
Game Format and Additional Activities
This year’s All-Star Game will adopt a draft format, where team captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier from the Minnesota Lynx select their squads. Incidentally, Clark proposed a coaching swap during the selection process, trading their respective team coaches.
The event will also feature a cultural component, including the WNBA Live presented by Panini, a two-day interactive festival celebrating fashion, music, and culture. Fans attending at the Indiana Convention Center can enjoy walking the orange carpet and engaging with players’ personal style displays.
League Standings and Ticket Information
Without Clark, the Indiana Fever have a record of 4-6 but remain competitive at 12-11 overall, ranking sixth in the league standings. Tickets for all events are available via Ticketmaster.
Broadcast and Viewing Details
The All-Star Game and associated events will be broadcast across various platforms, including ABC, Disney+, and ESPN+. Fans unable to attend can follow the live action from their homes and participate in the festivities digitally.
As the league prepares for this star-studded weekend in Indianapolis, supporters are encouraged to engage with the event and cheer on their favorite players, even as unforeseen injuries modify team rosters and event lineups. The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game promises to deliver excitement, competition, and fan engagement in a celebration of women’s professional basketball.
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Additional Resources
- WNBA.com: Friday Night Events – AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025
- Wikipedia: 2025 WNBA All-Star Game
- Vogue: The Best Fashion Moments from WNBA All-Star Weekend 2025
- Google Search: WNBA All-Star 2025
- USA Today: WNBA All-Star Game Time, TV, Rosters
- Encyclopedia Britannica: WNBA
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