WNBA All-Star Voting Results 2024, Voting Process, Rosters, History and More
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Updated Jul 04, 2024
WNBA All-Star Voting Results 2024
The 12-player WNBA All-Star team was announced on Tuesday night during ESPN's "WNBA Countdown." The starters for the 2024 All-Star Game will be chosen by the head coaches of Team WNBA and Team USA. Cheryl Reeve, the head coach of the Minnesota Lynx, will decide the starters for Team USA, while the head coach for Team WNBA hasn't been named yet.
Here's a summary of how the WNBA All-Star roster was determined:
Top Five Vote-Getters by Fans
Caitlin Clark (700,735), Aliyah Boston (618,680), A'ja Wilson (607,300), Breanna Stewart (424,135), and Angel Reese (381,518) received the most fan votes.
Top 10 Overall Vote-Getters
Including fan (50%), player (25%), and media (25%) votes, the top 10 were Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier, Kahleah Copper, Dearica Hamby, Sabrina Ionescu, Arike Ogunbowale, Breanna Stewart, A'ja Wilson, and Jackie Young.
Automatic All-Star Spots
Players in the top 10 who were not on the Olympic roster automatically secured spots on Team WNBA. This included Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, Dearica Hamby, and Arike Ogunbowale.
Selection of Remaining Spots
The remaining six spots on Team WNBA were chosen by the league's 12 head coaches from a pool of the next 36 highest vote-getters. Notable players who didn't make the cut included Ariel Atkins, Kamilla Cardoso, Skylar Diggins-Smith, and Ezi Magbegor.
Replacement Selection
If any selected player is unable to participate, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will appoint a replacement.
This process ensures a competitive and representative roster for the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game.
WNBA All-Star 2024
The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game is a women's basketball exhibition match happening on July 20, 2024, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. It's part of the 2024 WNBA season. The Phoenix Mercury team will host the game and other events. This will be the third time Phoenix has hosted the All-Star Game, with previous games in 2000 and 2014.
What will Happen at the WNBA All-Star Game 2024?
The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game will feature a unique matchup between the US Women's National Team and the remaining WNBA All-Stars. Taking place on Saturday, July 20, at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, the game is set to begin at approximately 8:30 p.m. ET
. This exhibition game promises an exciting display of basketball talent, showcasing top players from the WNBA in a competitive and thrilling event. Fans can expect intense competition, skilled performances, and memorable moments as these elite athletes come together for this special matchup in the heart of the WNBA season.
How was the Voting for WNBA All-Star 2024 Conducted?
The voting process for the WNBA All-Star 2024 was conducted between June 13 and June 29, involving fans, WNBA players, and media members. Fan votes accounted for 50% of the decision-making process to select Team WNBA's All-Star team. The remaining 50% was split between current WNBA players and media members.
This year's voting was unique due to the upcoming Olympics, which led to a matchup between the top vote-getters and Team USA's 5-on-5 Olympic women's basketball roster. Players who were already selected for Team USA were removed from consideration for Team WNBA, creating overlap among top vote-getters.
Any player among the top 10 vote-getters who was not part of Team USA's Olympic squad automatically secured a spot on Team WNBA. This rule ensured that players like Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, Dearica Hamby, and Arike Ogunbowale earned automatic roster spots.
Following this, the league's 12 head coaches selected the remaining eight spots for Team WNBA from a pool consisting of the next 36 highest vote-getters. This voting process aimed to balance fan engagement with player and media input, resulting in a competitive and representative WNBA All-Star lineup for 2024.
WNBA Team
|
Player |
Position |
WNBA Team |
|---|---|---|
| DeWanna Bonner | Forward | Connecticut Sun |
| Aliyah Boston | Forward | Indiana Fever |
| Caitlin Clark | Guard | Indiana Fever |
| Allisha Gray | Forward | Atlanta Dream |
| Dearica Hamby | Forward | Los Angeles Sparks |
| Brionna Jones | Forward | Connecticut Sun |
| Jonquel Jones | Forward | New York Liberty |
| Kayla McBride | Guard | Minnesota Lynx |
| Kelsey Mitchell | Guard | Indiana Fever |
| Arike Ogunbowale | Guard | Dallas Wings |
| Nneka Ogwumike | Forward | Seattle Storm |
| Angel Reese | Forward | Chicago Sky |
USA Olympics Women's Basketball Team
|
Player |
Position |
WNBA Team |
|---|---|---|
| Napheesa Collier | Forward | Minnesota Lynx |
| Kahleah Copper | Guard | Phoenix Mercury |
| Chelsea Gray | Guard | Las Vegas Aces |
| Brittney Griner | Center | Phoenix Mercury |
| Sabrina Ionescu | Guard | New York Liberty |
| Jewell Loyd | Guard | Seattle Storm |
| Kelsey Plum | Guard | Las Vegas Aces |
| Breanna Stewart | Forward | New York Liberty |
| Diana Taurasi | Guard | Phoenix Mercury |
| Alyssa Thomas | Forward | Connecticut Sun |
| A'ja Wilson | Forward | Las Vegas Aces |
| Jackie Young | Guard | Las Vegas Aces |
WNBA All-Star Game History
The WNBA All-Star Game has been a celebrated event since its inception, typically featuring top players from the league in a showcase of talent and skill. However, the game's format and scheduling have seen variations over the years.
2004: Olympic Year Disruption
In 2004, the WNBA did not hold its traditional All-Star Game due to the league's players participating in the Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. Instead, a USA national team faced off against a team of WNBA All-Stars in an exhibition match at Radio City Music Hall, with Team USA winning 74–58.
2008, 2012, 2016: Olympic Years Tradition
The tradition of not holding the WNBA All-Star Game during Olympic years continued in 2008, 2012, and 2016. The league also took a month-long break to accommodate players and coaches involved in the Summer Games.
2010: Exhibition Game
In 2010, rather than an official All-Star Game, an exhibition match pitted the USA national team against a team of WNBA All-Stars. Team USA emerged victorious with a score of 99–72 at Mohegan Sun Arena.
2020: COVID-19 Pandemic Disruption
The 2020 WNBA season faced disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the postponement of the Summer Olympics to 2021. Consequently, the league revised its schedule to 22 games but did not host an All-Star Game that year.
Series History
The Western Conference has historically dominated the All-Star Game series, leading the overall matchups with a record of 10 wins to 4 losses against the Eastern Conference.
From this we can understand the evolving nature of the WNBA All-Star Game, adapting to international events and league priorities while maintaining its status as a premier event in women's basketball.
