Winners and Losers from WNBA All-Star Weekend

The WNBA took over Chicago for a weekend! Zena, Annie, and Sabreena share the behind-the-scenes experience covering All-Star Weekend, from the energy inside the city to Barack Obama’s appearance and the biggest storylines that shaped the event.

The trio breaks down Azzi Fudd’s historic 3-Point Contest win, the introduction of the Shooting Stars competition, and what the league can do to continue evolving the All-Star experience. They also examine Cathy Engelbert’s All-Star Weekend press conference, discussing the WNBA’s new centralized replay center, ongoing officiating concerns, and the commissioner’s comments on improving communication and trust with players.

Plus, we revisited the biggest moments from the All-Star Game, including Team Spoon’s victory, Jonquel Jones’ MVP performance, Dominique Malonga’s highlight-reel dunk, and the rise of the league’s next generation of stars.

We close out with “And One More Thing,” celebrating Angel Reese’s new Barbie doll and her growing impact both on and off the court.

REFERENCES: 

The WNBA All-Stars met Obama and found the good vibes that have been missing by Brian Hamilton

Azzi Fudd becomes first rookie to win WNBA 3-point contest by Sabreena Merchant

WNBA to launch replay center for 2027 season by Sabreena Merchant

Cathy Engelbert admits ‘we have to be better’ at communicating with WNBA players by Annie Costabile

2026 WNBA All-Star Game takeaways: A dunk, a worthy MVP and a plea for intensity by Brian Hamilton

WNBA All-Star Game winners, losers: The phenoms and their phenomenal weekend by Sabreena Merchant

Cathy Engelbert may be unpopular with WNBA players, but she's not paid to be their bestie by Candace Buckner

Angel Reese’s signature Barbie doll to debut at WNBA’s All-Star weekend by Jason Jones 

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