Alright, so the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game rosters just dropped after Wednesday's draft, and let me tell you, there are some serious storylines brewing! Paige Bueckers, who crushed the fan vote for the top spot, is set to lead Team Cooper. Right behind her in fan votes, Caitlin Clark is captaining Team Weatherspoon. The whole setup came down to a coin flip, giving Team Cooper first pick and the leading vote-getter in Bueckers. But here's where it gets wild: Clark, the star everyone's watching, is now going to be coached by Cheryl Reeve, the Minnesota Lynx head honcho, and their history? Let's just say it's not exactly BFF material.
Breanna Stewart Joins Team Cooper, Chicago Gets Ready for the Drama
Honorary general managers Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon went head-to-head picking their squads. Since Team Cooper snagged Bueckers from the coin flip, Team Weatherspoon got the very first pick in the starters pool. Weatherspoon went straight for A'ja Wilson, a powerhouse choice right out of the gate. But Team Cooper fired back quick, snatching our very own Emerald City legend, Breanna Stewart, with the second pick! That's right, Stewart is back with a bang, representing the Liberty but always in our hearts. It’s a huge get for Cooper, instantly giving them a serious threat. Later on, Team Cooper also brought in Dominique Malonga from our Seattle Storm, solidifying a little PNW representation in the Windy City. When it came to the reserves, things got even more interesting. Cooper made the first pick there too, scooping up Angel Reese. And talk about awkward! Weatherspoon, who coached Reese with the Chicago Sky just two seasons ago in 2024, was reportedly "chagrined" by the move. You just know that's going to add some extra spice to the locker room dynamics. Weatherspoon's first reserve pick was Reese's Atlanta Dream teammate, Rhyne Howard. They even allowed trades, but neither GM seemed to want to shake things up further. Good thing, because the drama is already baked in!Reeve and Clark: A Reunion Nobody Saw Coming
Now, let's get to the real fireworks. Cheryl Reeve, the Minnesota Lynx coach, is set to coach Team Weatherspoon, which means she'll be coaching Caitlin Clark. If you remember back to 2024, their relationship was already a bit tense. Clark's first preseason game that year was streamed free on the WNBA app, while the Lynx's game on the *same night* wasn't broadcast at all. Reeve aired her frustrations on social media in a since-deleted post, famously using the hashtag "#theWismorethanone." It highlighted a real frustration about the league's focus, and now these two are forced to work together on the All-Star stage. You can bet every camera and mic will be on their sideline exchanges. All-Star Weekend is hitting Chicago for the second time in franchise history, with All-Star Friday on July 24 at Wintrust Arena for the Skills Challenge and 3-Point Contest. The main event, the All-Star Game, tips off Saturday, July 25 at 8:30 p.m. at the United Center. With Breanna Stewart repping the Northwest and that Reeve-Clark tension brewing, you know this isn't just an exhibition game. It's going to be a must-watch showdown with pride, bragging rights, and some serious history on the line. Get ready, Seattle, because the WNBA All-Star Game is about to deliver!This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.