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No Phoenix Mercury players selected to start in WNBA All-Star Game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 4:15 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

No Phoenix Mercury players selected to start in WNBA All-Star Game

Summary

The WNBA announced the starting players for this year’s All-Star Game, omitting any Phoenix Mercury representatives. Despite this, Alyssa Thomas garnered significant fan support, finishing 32nd in frontcourt voting with 173,515 votes. Thomas, a key player for the Mercury, is averaging 14.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, and a league-best 8.4 assists this season. While she did not secure a starting position, her performance underscores her status as a leading player in the league. The All-Star reserves are yet to be revealed, leaving the possibility open for Thomas to be selected.

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Key Details

•The WNBA revealed All-Star Game starters on July 3, 2026.
•No Phoenix Mercury players were selected for starting roles.
•Alyssa Thomas finished 32nd in fan voting for frontcourt players.
•Thomas averages 14.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 8.4 assists this season.
•All-Star reserves announcement is pending.

Latest Updates

4:15 AMYahoo Sports — No Phoenix Mercury standouts will start this year’s All-Star Game

What they're saying

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PHOENIX — The WNBA announced Thursday the players who will start this year’s All-Star Game, and among them, there isn’t a single Phoenix Mercury player selected. May 29, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) and guard-forward Kahleah Copper (2) talk during the second half against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center.
— Yahoo Sports

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