Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier have been named the captains for the 2025 AT&T WNBA All‑Star Game, scheduled for July 19 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. 

Their leadership roles stem from a historic surge in fan voting – Clark tallied 1,293,526 votes, the most ever cast for a WNBA player, while Collier followed closely with 1,176,020 votes.

This marks Clark’s second consecutive All‑Star selection and her first time as captain, while Collier earns her fifth All‑Star nod and first appearance as a captain. Their dominance in fan voting underscores their massive appeal:

Clark’s vote total surpassed the entire 2023 All‑Star roster combined – 1.29 million vs. 1.17 million –  which is a testament to her meteoric rise in the league.

Collier continues to solidify her superstar status, leading the WNBA in scoring (24.5 PPG) and anchoring Minnesota to the league’s best record.

What’s Next?

On July 8, Team Clark and Team Collier will draft their rosters on ESPN’s WNBA Countdown, selecting from eight All‑Star starters and 12 reserves. On July 19, the All‑Star Game tips off at 8:30 p.m. ET, airing on ABC, Disney+, and ESPN+.

The event kicks off a weekend of festivities, with Skills Challenge and 3‑Point Contest on July 18 – celebrating two of the sport’s brightest talents and acknowledging the tremendous fan engagement they've driven this season. 

ANALYSIS: Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier’s captaincies highlight the WNBA’s growing cultural imprint. Clark’s unprecedented fan support and Collier’s elite performance underscore both players’ influence on and off the court. Their pairing as captains for this year's All‑Star Game truly reflects the evolving landscape of women’s basketball.