2026 WNBA All-Star Game snubs include two Mercury players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The WNBA announced its 2026 All-Star reserves on July 7, confirming players for the upcoming All-Star weekend in Chicago. However, several notable players were omitted from the final roster, including the league's leading scorer and assist leader. Key snubs identified include Phoenix Mercury players Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas, alongside other impactful players. The selections have prompted discussions among analysts about the criteria for inclusion in the All-Star Game. The complete list of reserves features players from various teams across the league.
- •2026 All-Star Game announced reserves on July 7.
- •Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas were among the snubs.
- •League's leading scorer and assist leader were also omitted.
- •All-Star weekend takes place later this month in Chicago.
- •List of reserves includes players from multiple teams.
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — 7 WNBA All-Star Game snubs for 2026, including 2 Mercury stars
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