Clark & Collier Draft WNBA All-Star Squads With Surprise Coach Swap

2025 WNBA All‑Star Draft Recap

WNBA All Star Game captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier drafted their teams for the July 19 game in Indianapolis. They split the pool—first picking from starters, then reserves—and even ended with an coach swap: Sandy Brondello will lead Team Clark, and Cheryl Reeve will guide Team Collier.

Team Clark

Starters:

• Aliyah Boston (IND)

• Sabrina Ionescu (NY)

• A’ja Wilson (LAS)

• Satou Sabally (PHO)

Reserves:

• Kelsey Mitchell (IND)

• Gabby Williams (SEA)

• Sonia Citron (WAS)

• Kiki Iriafen (WAS)

• Jackie Young (LAS)

• Kayla Thornton (GS)

With loyalty to her Indiana Fever roots, Clark locked in teammates Boston and Mitchell, blending sharpshooting, size, and star power.

Team Collier

Starters:

• Breanna Stewart (NY)

• Allisha Gray (ATL)

• Nneka Ogwumike (SEA)

• Paige Bueckers (DAL)

Reserves:

• Courtney Williams (MIN)

• Skylar Diggins (SEA)

• Angel Reese (CHI)

• Alyssa Thomas (PHO)

• Kelsey Plum (LA)

• Rhyne Howard (ATL)

Collier built a powerhouse around her UConn-legacy — Stewart and Bueckers create a blend of strength, savvy, and shared bonds.

Coach Swap Drama

Originally, Clark was paired with Cheryl Reeve and Collier with Sandy Brondello—until during the draft the captains decided to switch it up to align players with the coaches they know best. It's a surprise move that highlights the captains' influence and chemistry goals.

Game Details

• All‑Star Game: Saturday, July 19, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis

• Weekend events: Skills & 3‑Point contests on July 18

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