Arike Ogunbowale, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese made history at the WNBA All-Star Game as Team WNBA defeated the U.S. women’s Olympic basketball team with a score of 117-109. Ogunbowale stole the show by scoring a record-breaking 34 points, all in the second half, earning her the All-Star Game MVP title for the second time.
Clark, a rookie from the Indiana Fever, also made her mark by setting a rookie record for assists in the All-Star Game with 10. She almost tied Sue Bird’s single-game record of 11 assists. Reese, another rookie from the Chicago Sky, had an impressive double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds.
The game provided a glimpse of the future of the WNBA, with Clark and Reese showcasing their talents and potential for the years to come. Team USA, led by players like Diana Taurasi, Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson, and Brittney Griner, received a wake-up call as they prepare for the Olympics in Paris.
Despite the loss, Team USA remains focused on their upcoming exhibition against Germany and their Olympic schedule, which kicks off against Japan next week. The game was a thrilling display of talent and competitiveness, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead in women’s basketball.
