Paige Bueckers, the centerpiece of Team Coop, dominated the fan voting for the WNBA All-Star Game, amassing an impressive 1,045,051 votes. The team, coached by WNBA legend Cynthia Cooper, is set to take the court tonight, energized by Bueckers’ leadership and star power.
Cooper’s draft strategy began with selecting three-time league champion Breanna Stewart as the first pick. She then rounded out the starting lineup with four-time All-Star Kelsey Mitchell, the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year Natasha Howard, and the 2025 steals leader Gabby Williams, creating a formidable group ready for the All-Star showdown.
On the bench, Cooper’s top reserve choice was Angel Reese, the rising star from Atlanta who returns to the city that initially drafted her in 2024. Meanwhile, the team’s sideline leadership comes from Becky Hammon, head coach of the Las Vegas Aces, who brings her tactical expertise to Team Coop.
However, the roster experienced a late change as 2024 Olympic gold medalist Kahleah Copper was forced to withdraw due to injury. Copper’s spot was filled by reserve player Kelsey Plum, ensuring the team remains competitive despite the setback.
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Expressing enthusiasm about teaming up with Dominique Malonga of Seattle, a fellow Unrivaled teammate, Bueckers shared her anticipation ahead of the game. “All good times with Dom,” she said during the All-Star press conference. “I’m hoping to get a lob tomorrow — we didn’t get a lot of those in Unrivaled. So hopefully bring that out.”
The All-Star Game featuring Team Coop tips off tonight at 8:30 PM ET and will be broadcast live on ABC, offering fans an exciting opportunity to watch the league’s standout players, led by the fan-favorite Bueckers, compete at the highest level.