“I don’t know if this is in the rules. I don’t really care,” Clark declared after announcing a coaching trade for the upcoming All-Star. Cheryl Reeve moved to team Collier to coach her Minnesota star, while Sandy Brondello will coach the Clark-led side. Both captains were going into the game with the same game plan, to get their teammates on their side.
Clark didn’t appear to have much of a strategy heading into the draft, saying, “I’m going on vibes. I’m picking whatever comes to mind. We’re just having fun. My team is going to be fun. You get to be in front of the home crowd in Indianapolis.” However, Clark had a game plan to select her teammates. The same went for Collier. The two captains picked their teams in today’s draft, and both teams are looking balanced and formidable going into the game. Let’s have a cursory look.
Team Clark
All-Star Games
PLAYER
TEAM
POSITION
HT
BIRTHDATE
COLLEGE
YRS EXP
ASG
Aliyah Boston
Indiana Fever
Frontcourt
6-5
12-11-2001
South Carolina
2
3
Sonia Citron
Washington Mystics
Guard
6-1
10/22/03
Notre Dame
R
1
Caitlin Clark
Indiana Fever
Guard
6-0
1/22/02
Iowa
1
2
Sabrina Ionescu
New York Liberty
Guard
5-11
12-06-1997
Oregon
5
4
Kiki Iriafen
Washington Mystics
Frontcourt
6-3
8/26/03
Southern California
R
1
Kelsey Mitchell
Indiana Fever
Guard
5-8
11-12-1995
Ohio State
7
3
Satou Sabally
Phoenix Mercury
Frontcourt
6-4
4/25/98
Oregon
5
3
Kayla Thornton
Golden State Valkyries
Frontcourt
6-1
10/20/92
Texas-El Paso
9
1
Gabby Williams
Seattle Storm
Guard
5-11
09-09-1996
Connecticut
6
1
A’ja Wilson
Las Vegas Aces
Frontcourt
6-4
08-08-1996
South Carolina
7
7
Jackie Young
Las Vegas Aces
Guard
6-0
9/16/97
Notre Dame
6
4
Sabrina and Clark with Wilson and Sabally as forwards? This team is something. The guard core is highly cerebral and fluid, which should enable them to excel in pace-and-space systems with multiple shooters handling the ball and distributing. Very few teams can defend this much spacing. They have their physicality covered with Aliyah Boston and A’ja Wilson. Their experience is something that could hold them back, as they have two rookies on the roster. Liberty coach Brondello has coached high-IQ players like Taurasi and Vandersloot, and her championship caliber could bring out the best from many on this team. She could bring out more aspects of the players’ games that even they did not know about. Let’s look at what this side is facing in Team Collier.
TEAM COLLIER
All-Star Games
PLAYER
TEAM
POSITION
HT
BIRTHDATE
COLLEGE
YRS EXP
ASG
Paige Bueckers
Dallas Wings
Guard
6-0
10/20/01
Connecticut
R
1
Napheesa Collier
Minnesota Lynx
Frontcourt
6-1
9/23/96
Connecticut
6
5
Skylar Diggins
Seattle Storm
Guard
5-9
08-02-1990
Notre Dame
10
7
Allisha Gray
Atlanta Dream
Guard
6-0
01-12-1995
South Carolina
8
3
Rhyne Howard
Atlanta Dream
Guard
6-2
4/29/00
Kentucky
3
3
Nneka Ogwumike
Seattle Storm
Frontcourt
6-3
07-02-1990
Stanford
13
10
Kelsey Plum
Los Angeles Sparks
Guard
5-8
8/24/94
Washington
7
4
Angel Reese
Chicago Sky
Frontcourt
6-3
05-06-2002
Louisiana State
1
2
Breanna Stewart
New York Liberty
Frontcourt
6-4
8/27/94
Connecticut
8
7
Alyssa Thomas
Phoenix Mercury
Frontcourt
6-2
04-12-1992
Maryland
11
6
Courtney Williams
Minnesota Lynx
Guard
5-8
05-11-1994
South Florida
9
2
This team is built to get physical, boasting a dominant frontcourt with elite bigs like Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas, and Nneka Ogwumike. Their size is a clear advantage; the average height comes in at an imposing 6 feet 3 inches, making them a formidable presence in the paint. In contrast, Clark’s squad is a bit smaller, averaging around 6 feet 1 inch, which may impact their ability to battle on the interior.
There’s also a notable gap in experience. Clark’s team averages 5.3 years in the league, suggesting youth, energy, and emerging talent. On the other hand, Collier’s roster brings seasoned leadership, with an average of 7.6 years of professional experience. That veteran edge could prove crucial in late-game execution and on-court composure.
Team Clark (2025 Per Game Stats)
PLAYER
FG%
3P%
FT%
MP
PTS
TRB
AST
Caitlin Clark
0.39
0.295
0.816
33.3
18.2
5
8.9
Aliyah Boston
0.597
0.25
0.741
29.9
16.6
8.3
3.5
Sonia Citron
0.468
0.38
0.873
33.1
14.6
4.9
2
Sabrina Ionescu
0.398
0.338
0.936
31.2
18.9
4.4
5.2
Kiki Iriafen
0.459
0
0.786
26.9
12.3
8.3
1.3
Kelsey Mitchell
0.455
0.378
0.718
31.7
19.3
1.7
2.9
Satou Sabally
0.39
0.309
0.825
28.3
19.1
7.7
2.6
Kayla Thornton
0.39
0.28
0.833
30.2
14.9
7.1
1.3
Gabby Williams
0.442
0.352
0.781
33.5
13.4
4.8
4.7
A’ja Wilson
0.458
0.227
0.852
31.3
21.9
9
3.3
Jackie Young
0.438
0.313
0.907
29.9
17.1
4
3.8
Average
30.85
16.94
5.93
3.59
It’s a party for elite creators and 3-point scorers in Team Caitlin Clark. Sabrina Ionescu, Caitlin Clark, and Kelsey Mitchell on one side make for a more than credible threat from beyond the arc. Clark Ionescu and Gabby Williams are three of the best creators in the league. Ionescu is now back in form after a tough patch, and Clark will also look to come back from her 1-23 stretch before her injury. She is expected to be back for the game against the Valkyries. On the boards they have the young Aliyah Boston and Kiki Iriafen to go with Satou Sabally and Kayla Thornton. Sabally and Boston in the starting lineup not only provide flexibility but also a blend of experience and youth.
TEAM COLLIER (Per Game Stats)
PLAYER
FG%
3P%
FT%
MP
PTS
TRB
AST
Paige Bueckers
0.465
0.354
0.875
34.7
18.2
4.1
5.5
Napheesa Collier
0.528
0.356
0.954
33.4
24.3
8
3.3
Skylar Diggins
0.449
0.405
0.796
32.8
18.2
2.1
5.9
Allisha Gray
0.462
0.416
0.832
35.8
19.4
5.5
4.1
Rhyne Howard
0.344
0.294
0.8
35.8
16.7
5.1
4.7
Nneka Ogwumike
0.537
0.375
0.825
31.1
17.3
7.8
2.3
Kelsey Plum
0.377
0.336
0.906
36
20.1
3.2
5.6
Angel Reese
0.409
0.267
0.797
31.1
12.6
12.8
3.9
Breanna Stewart
0.482
0.196
0.823
32.3
19.8
6.4
3.7
Alyssa Thomas
0.53
0
0.683
30.4
14.4
7.5
9.8
Courtney Williams
0.427
0.389
0.792
27.2
13.5
4.8
5.9
Average
32.78
17.68
6.12
4.97
Experience and know-how are the mantra for this side. With players like Napheesa Collier, Kelsey Plum, and Breanna Stewart, the team has multiple go-to scorers. The average of 17.7 points per game is impressive, especially because of the way it is shared across the roster. Same goes for creativity and playmakers like Alyssa Thomas and Skylar Diggins elevate the team’s level. The team-wide average of 4.97 assists shows this is a high-IQ, pass-friendly lineup. Angel Reese stands out as the dominant glass cleaner, supported by Collier, Ogwumike, and Stewart. The team average of 6.1 rebounds per player reflects their ability to own the boards and start transition offense. Let’s compare a side-by-side comparison of their average strength across the board.
MP
PTS
TRB
AST
Average (Clark)
30.85
16.94
5.93
3.59
Average (Collier)
32.78
17.68
6.12
4.97
In conclusion, while Clark’s team may appear to be slightly behind in several statistical areas, the differences are subtle, and the outcome of an All-Star game involves much more than just numbers. Collier’s team displays a clear sense of balance, with responsibilities and production shared evenly among players. On the other hand, Clark’s side features more extremes, individual brilliance, standout performances, and moments of volatility.
Caitlin Clark is unquestionably the best creator in the game, and her connection with Aliyah Boston could prove pivotal, as the duo has already demonstrated impressive chemistry early in the season. Likewise, the familiarity between Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams could give Collier’s team a crucial edge in rhythm and coordination. In the end, statistics alone will not determine the winner. Success will come to the team that is more prepared, more cohesive, and more comfortable playing off each other’s strengths. In a game packed with talent, it will be teamwork and adaptability that make the difference.
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