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Jones Shines: WNBA All-Star MVP Crowned!
26 Jul
Summary
- Jonquel Jones earned MVP honors at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game.
- She is the first New York Liberty player to win All-Star MVP.
- Jones joined an elite group with her MVP and previous awards.
Jonquel Jones was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game held on Saturday, July 25, at the United Center in Chicago. She led Team Spoon to a 129-122 victory over Team Coop with an impressive stat line of 22 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists.
This MVP award marks a significant achievement for Jones, as she is the first player from the New York Liberty to receive this honor. Her performance also places her in an exclusive club of WNBA legends, becoming the fourth player to have won the All-Star MVP, the league MVP (2021), and the Finals MVP (2024) at least once.
Team Spoon's victory was a collective effort, with rookie Olivia Miles contributing 11 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists, nearly achieving a triple-double. For the opposing Team Coop, Kelsey Mitchell led the scoring with 28 points, and Marina Mabrey added 23 points.
Jones' accomplishment comes shortly after a personal loss, as she recently received permission from her family to play in the All-Star Game instead of attending a memorial service for her aunt. She stated her success comes from trusting her teammates and playing every day.
