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Caitlin Clark voted to start third straight WNBA All-Star Game, joined by two Fever teammates
By Doug Feinberg, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
Caitlin Clark was voted to start her third straight All-Star Game and will be joined by Indiana Fever teammates Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, the WNBA announced Thursday.It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, with Las Vegas doi...
Key takeaway It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, with Las Vegas doing it in 2023.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The selection of Caitlin Clark and her Indiana Fever teammates to start the WNBA All-Star Game has no direct connection to Pearland , as the city does not have a WNBA team. However, the presence of Dallas' Paige Bueckers in the backcourt alongside Clark may spark interest among local basketball fans, given the proximity of Dallas to the Houston area, which includes Pearland. The fact that the WNBA All-Star Game will be played in Chicago on July 25 may also lead to discussions about the potential for similar high-profile sporting events to be held in the Houston area, which could have implications for local sports venues and tourism. As the WNBA continues to grow in popularity, it will be worth watching to see if Pearland or surrounding areas can capitalize on the interest in women's basketball to host events or develop local programs.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Caitlin Clark was voted to start her third straight All-Star Game and will be joined by Indiana Fever teammates Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, the WNBA announced Thursday.It's the second time in four years that three players from the same team were chosen to start the game, with Las Vegas doi...
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