The WNBA has officially unveiled the starters for the 2026 All-Star Game, and this year’s lineup reflects both the league’s established superstars and its exciting new generation of talent.
Fan favorites Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers headline the backcourt, while perennial MVP candidates A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart once again earn starting nods. The game, which will be played at Chicago’s United Center on July 25, promises to showcase the league at its highest level.
The 2026 All-Star starters are:
Guards
• Caitlin Clark – Indiana Fever
• Paige Bueckers – Dallas Wings
• Kelsey Mitchell – Indiana Fever
• Olivia Miles – Minnesota Lynx
Frontcourt
• A’ja Wilson – Las Vegas Aces
• Breanna Stewart – New York Liberty
• Aliyah Boston – Indiana Fever
• Natasha Howard – Minnesota Lynx
• Jessica Shepard – Dallas Wings
• Gabby Williams – Golden State Valkyries
Indiana’s presence stands out more than any other franchise. The Fever placed three players in the starting lineup—Clark, Boston, and Mitchell—a testament to the organization’s rise into championship contention. Clark continues to be one of the league’s biggest attractions while elevating the play of those around her, Boston remains one of the WNBA’s premier two-way forwards, and Mitchell has continued to prove she’s among the league’s most dynamic scorers.
Dallas also enjoyed a banner year with Paige Bueckers and Jessica Shepard earning starting spots. Bueckers has seamlessly transitioned into the professional game, living up to the enormous expectations that followed her into the WNBA.
The Minnesota Lynx are represented by veterans and newcomers alike, with Natasha Howard and rookie sensation Olivia Miles earning the honor. Miles’ selection is particularly notable as she becomes one of the league’s newest stars to receive All-Star recognition.
As expected, A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart remain fixtures among the league’s elite. Both players collected their eighth All-Star selections, continuing careers that are already among the greatest in WNBA history.
Meanwhile, Jessica Shepard, Gabby Williams, and Olivia Miles celebrate their first All-Star starts, highlighting the league’s growing depth of talent and the emergence of new household names.
With the starters now finalized, attention shifts to the announcement of the reserves before fans turn their focus to one of the WNBA’s premier events. If the first half of the season is any indication, the 2026 All-Star Game should deliver a showcase worthy of the league’s continued growth and rising popularity.
