Napheesa Collier dropped a record-breaking 36 points to lead Team Collier to a 151–131 win over Team Clark in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, as Caitlin Clark watched from the sidelines.
Collier Dominates as All-Star Weekend Ends with a Bang
Napheesa Collier wasn’t just the best player on the floor Saturday night—she was a walking highlight reel. The Minnesota Lynx forward torched Team Clark for 36 points, breaking the WNBA All-Star Game scoring record and sealing a 151–131 win for Team Collier in Indianapolis.
Collier’s 36 topped the 34-point record previously held by Arike Ogunbowale, adding yet another notch in what’s already been a monster 2025 season for the league’s top scorer.
Forget the laid-back vibe—Collier showed up like it was Game 7.
Team Clark Never Caught Fire
With Caitlin Clark sidelined due to a groin injury, her namesake squad lacked its spark. Despite a pumped-up Gainbridge Fieldhouse crowd and flashes of offensive brilliance, Team Clark couldn’t quite match the pace and polish of Collier’s squad.
Honestly, it was clear from the jump: Team Collier had the juice.
A Different Kind of All-Star Game
Last year’s All-Star Game was all business—Team USA vs. The Snubs. This year? A little more chill, a little more fun, and a whole lot more 4-point bombs.
Yes, you read that right: the 4-point line made its return, and Paige Bueckers, the Dallas Wings’ No. 1 overall pick, wasted no time christening it. Her deep splash opened the scoring and set the tone for a night where defense politely stayed home.
Highlights That Popped
- Collier’s 36: New All-Star Game record. Enough said.
- Team Collier up 22 at the half: That lead? Never in danger.
- Bueckers from deep: First bucket of the night was a 4-pointer.
- Clark everywhere… except the court: The crowd rocked her jersey, and her face was plastered city-wide—but her groin injury kept her benched.
Even off the floor, Caitlin Clark was still the biggest name in the building.
Why It Matters
This wasn’t just a casual exhibition. For Collier, it was a statement. She’s leading the league in scoring, she’s got MVP buzz, and now she owns the All-Star scoring crown. And with players like Bueckers stepping onto the stage, the league’s next generation is already making noise.
Final Word
Call it lighthearted, call it flashy—but Saturday night was everything a modern All-Star Game should be: fun, fast, and loaded with firepower. Napheesa Collier didn’t just break a record—she owned the night.
If the WNBA’s future is built on nights like this, buckle up. It’s about to be a wild ride.
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