Caitlin Clark impresses in WNBA All-Star Game despite runner-up MVP finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 4:42 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
During the WNBA All-Star Game at Chicago's United Center, Caitlin Clark made a strong impression by scoring 11 points in just a few minutes, including three long three-pointers. Paige Bueckers acknowledged her performance, asking if Clark was going for MVP. Despite strong performances from both players, Jonquel Jones was named MVP after contributing 22 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists to Team Spoon's 129-122 victory over Team Coop. Bueckers, making her All-Star debut, recorded 12 points and seven assists. The game showcased notable talent, with Clark's scoring ability highlighted throughout.
- •Caitlin Clark scored 11 points in the first four minutes of the game.
- •Paige Bueckers recorded 12 points and seven assists for Team Coop.
- •Jonquel Jones won the MVP award with 22 points and 13 rebounds.
- •Team Spoon defeated Team Coop 129-122 in the All-Star Game.
- 1:39 AMYahoo Sports — Paige Bueckers includes Caitlin Clark in her All-Star starting 5
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — What Paige Bueckers said to Caitlin Clark after stunning back-to-back logo threes in WNBA All-Star Game
- 4:42 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA Broadcast Audio Reveals What Paige Bueckers Said During Her Verbal Exchange With Caitlin Clark In the All-Star Game
"The WNBA All-Star Game might officially be just an exhibition, but for the opening few minutes, Caitlin Clark looked like someone on a mission. After scoring the first points of the game, intercepting Paige Bueckers’ very first pass of the night for an easy layup, Clark immediately caught fire from well beyond the three-point line.
"Paige Bueckers is fresh off her second WNBA All-Star Game and competed against the league’s other stars. She saw firsthand how good they are and enjoyed her time during the exhibition matchup. The Dallas Wings star was asked to name…
"Caitlin Clark made her presence known in her second WNBA All-Star Game appearance on Saturday. Clark has been named an All-Star in all three seasons of her WNBA career, but she missed last year’s game through injury.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 1:39 AMPaige Bueckers includes Caitlin Clark in her All-Star starting 5
Paige Bueckers is fresh off her second WNBA All-Star Game and competed against the league’s other stars. She saw firsthand how good they are and enjoyed her time during the exhibition matchup. The Dallas Wings star was asked to name…
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 11:42 AMWhat Paige Bueckers said to Caitlin Clark after stunning back-to-back logo threes in WNBA All-Star Game
Caitlin Clark made her presence known in her second WNBA All-Star Game appearance on Saturday. Clark has been named an All-Star in all three seasons of her WNBA career, but she missed last year’s game through injury.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 4:42 AMWNBA Broadcast Audio Reveals What Paige Bueckers Said During Her Verbal Exchange With Caitlin Clark In the All-Star Game
The WNBA All-Star Game might officially be just an exhibition, but for the opening few minutes, Caitlin Clark looked like someone on a mission. After scoring the first points of the game, intercepting Paige Bueckers’ very first pass of the night for an easy layup, Clark immediately caught fire from well beyond the three-point line.
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