The 2026 WNBA season has hit its midpoint, and the excitement is palpable as the league prepares for the All-Star Game on July 25 at the United Center in Chicago. The starting lineups were recently unveiled, showcasing a heavy Indiana Fever presence with Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell all earning spots.

Joining them in the starting rotation are Paige Bueckers (Dallas Wings), the most voted player in the league, alongside Jessica Shepard (Dallas), Olivia Miles and Natasha Howard (Minnesota Lynx), A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces), Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty), and Gabby Williams (Golden State Valkyries).

Clark’s Historic June Cemented by Player of the Month Accolade

Just one day after being named an All-Star starter for the third time in her young career, Caitlin Clark added another prestigious honor to her resume: the WNBA announced her as the Eastern Conference Player of the Month for June. 

This marks her second time winning the award, as she previously swept both Player and Rookie of the Month honors in August 2024. During June, Clark was nothing short of brilliant, averaging 21.9 points and 8.2 assists across 10 games, leading the Fever to a 6-4 record and the league’s most potent offense.

Her month was defined by historical consistency. From June 11 to June 22, she set a new WNBA record by recording at least 20 points and 5 assists in six consecutive games. 

This feat is particularly impressive considering that all other players in league history combined have only achieved such a streak three times total. 

Her season-long production remains unprecedented; with current averages of 21.2 points and 8.2 assists, she is on track to become the first player ever to sustain these marks over a full season. Her combined output of 39.2 points and assists per game currently stands as the highest single-season average in the history of the WNBA.

While Clark is currently sidelined managing a back injury sustained during a June 24th matchup against the Phoenix Mercury, the Fever organization is taking a cautious approach to her recovery. 

She has been ruled out for Sunday’s showdown against the Las Vegas Aces but is feeling “really, really positive” about a potential return to the court for the upcoming back-to-back set against the Los Angeles Sparks and the Mercury. 

As she works her way back, her historic start to the 2026 campaign has already solidified her position as the primary driver behind the league’s surge in popularity and record-breaking revenue.