Updated
Updated · The New York Times · Jun 23
Caitlin Clark Falls to 5th in WNBA All-Star Voting With 253,602 Votes as Wilson Leads
Updated
Updated · The New York Times · Jun 23

Caitlin Clark Falls to 5th in WNBA All-Star Voting With 253,602 Votes as Wilson Leads

3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 23

Summary

  • 253,602 votes left Caitlin Clark fifth in the first WNBA All-Star fan returns, a notable drop after she led early voting in each of her first two seasons.
  • A'ja Wilson topped the ballot with 308,249 votes, followed by Paige Bueckers at 298,027, Aliyah Boston at 282,186 and Breanna Stewart at 255,879.
  • Clark is still averaging a career-high 21.3 points per game, but the early results suggest fans are spreading support across more established and emerging stars rather than concentrating it on her.
  • Boston outranking her Fever teammate added to the surprise, reinforcing the view that Clark's once-dominant hold on fan attention may be easing as the WNBA's star base broadens.

Insights

With All-Star votes dropping below her teammate, is the phenomenal 'Caitlin Clark Effect' finally cooling off?
As rival leagues offer massive salaries and equity, can the WNBA stop its brightest stars from jumping ship?
With a grueling 50-game season looming, is the WNBA sacrificing player health for financial growth?