The WNBA has unveiled the 12 players selected as reserves for the 2024 All-Star Game, with Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese and Connecticut Sun veteran Alyssa Thomas headlining the list. The highly anticipated matchup will take place in Phoenix on July 20, featuring the league’s brightest stars.
Rising Stars and Seasoned Veterans Make the Cut
Reese, the Sky’s standout forward, continues to impress in her debut season, averaging a double-double and proving herself as one of the league’s most dominant rebounders. Meanwhile, Thomas, a two-time All-Star, brings her elite playmaking and defensive prowess to the roster once again.
Other notable reserves include:
- Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) – A consistent scorer and leader for her team.
- DeWanna Bonner (Connecticut Sun) – A seasoned sharpshooter making her fifth All-Star appearance.
- Brionna Jones (Connecticut Sun) – A dominant post player returning from injury with a strong season.
- Allisha Gray (Atlanta Dream) – A versatile guard having a career-best year.
Fan and Coach Selections Complete the Rosters
The reserves were chosen by the league’s head coaches, complementing the 10 starters previously voted in by fans, players, and media. The final rosters will see Team USA (featuring Olympic squad members) face off against Team WNBA in a thrilling exhibition ahead of the Paris Games.
Reaction from Players and Analysts
Reese expressed excitement about her first All-Star nod, calling it a “dream come true.” Thomas, a perennial contender, emphasized the honor of representing the Sun alongside her teammates. Analysts praised the selections, noting a good balance of emerging talent and established stars.
With the All-Star Game just weeks away, anticipation builds for what promises to be an electrifying showcase of the WNBA’s best.
