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The game will be played on July 25, with the 3-point contest and
Skills Challenge taking place the day before. The plans are
contingent on the league getting a new collective bargaining
agreement in place. The current one expires at the end of the
month and the two sides are far apart.
“The WNBA is thrilled to bring AT&T WNBA All-Star back to
Chicago, which will undoubtedly deliver unforgettable
competition and community outreach,” WNBA Commissioner Cathy
Engelbert said in a statement. “Together with the Chicago Sky,
we look forward to celebrating the game’s brightest stars,
engaging WNBA fans around the world, and showcasing the energy
of one of basketball’s most iconic cities.”
Chicago hosted the All-Star Game in 2022, with that game played
at Wintrust Arena — home of the Sky. The team has played some
regular-season games at the United Center, including this past
season. United Center has nearly double the capacity of the
Wintrust Arena, which seats just over 10,000.
“The Chicago Sky are thrilled to welcome the 2026 WNBA All-Star
game back to Chicago. We can’t wait to build on the success of
the previous All-Star game and celebrate the explosive growth of
the league by showcasing the WNBA’s biggest stars on a
world-class stage,” Chicago Sky Chief Executive Officer and
President Adam Fox said.
This past season, the All-Star Game was in Indianapolis, but
star Caitlin Clark, of the Fever, was unable to play because of
a groin injury.
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