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Collier and Diggins Shine in High-Scoring WNBA All-Star Showcase
20 Jul
Summary
- Napheesa Collier sets WNBA All-Star Game scoring record with 36 points
- Skylar Diggins records first-ever triple-double in WNBA All-Star Game
- 4-point shots prove popular, with Team Collier hitting 12 of 28 attempts
The 2023 WNBA All-Star Game, held on Saturday, July 15th at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, was a high-scoring affair that saw Team Collier defeat Team Clark by a score of 151-131.
The game featured several record-breaking performances, including a new WNBA All-Star Game scoring record set by Napheesa Collier, who scored 36 points for Team Collier. Skylar Diggins also made history, recording the first-ever triple-double in a WNBA All-Star Game with 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 15 assists.
One of the key storylines of the game was the introduction of 4-point shots, which were placed 28 feet from the rim and proved to be a popular addition. Team Collier was particularly effective from beyond the 4-point line, hitting 12 of their 28 attempts.
Despite the high-scoring nature of the game, some analysts, such as Rebecca Lobo, expressed concerns about the lack of defense, suggesting that the WNBA All-Star Game was more competitive before the 4-point shot was introduced.
