Napheesa Collier Scores Record 36 Points in WNBA All-Star Blowout

The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, held in Indianapolis, featured Team Collier's dominant 151-131 victory over Team Clark, marked by record-breaking performances and an innovative game format including a 4-point shot. Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier scored a record 36 points, surpassing the previous All-Star scoring record, and was named MVP, while Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins made history with the first-ever triple-double in an All-Star Game. The game showcased a high-scoring, offense-heavy style with minimal defense, breaking the combined scoring record with 282 points. Despite Caitlin Clark's absence due to injury, she participated as an ambassador, and the event highlighted the largest rookie presence since 2011, featuring players like Paige Bueckers. The weekend also emphasized ongoing labor negotiations, with players and fans advocating for fairer wages, as chants and signs demanded increased player compensation. This All-Star Game underscored the WNBA's growing popularity, exciting talent, and the league's evolving dynamics both on and off the court.