This year’s WNBA All-Star weekend was a roller coaster filled with electric plays, star power, and heavy emotion. From the statement-making “Pay Us What You Owe Us” shirts protesting the league’s ongoing CBA tensions to the sting of multiple top players missing out due to injuries, the 2025 edition had it.
But in the middle of the glitz and grind, one All-Star raised a concern, which fans might’ve missed. Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum didn’t hold back as she delivered a powerful message about what’s missing from the league’s biggest stage.
What Did Kelsey Plum Say About the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game?
In a recent episode of the “All the Smoke” podcast, host Matt Barnes asked Plum about this year’s WNBA All-Star Game. The 30-year-old didn’t spare a moment to share her thoughts.
“You know, it was cool. I think we have to be careful, though, because I know the NBA takes a lot of heat for not playing hard in the All-Star game. And so like, we had a lot of fun, but there was definitely a lack of defense. So we’re getting to that point where we’re going to have to figure that out too,” said Plum during the podcast.
Plum played on Team Collier and was joined by an star-studded cast that included Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart, Allisha Gray, Nneka Ogwumike, Paige Bueckers, Courtney Williams, Skylar Diggins, Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas, and Kayla McBride.
They overpowered Team Clark (151-131), and in that game, Plum finished with 16 points, five rebounds, and three assists in just 17 minutes of action.
From tip-off, Team Collier set the tone. They led by 13 points after the first quarter, stretched the gap to 22 by halftime, and at one point in the third quarter, had the largest lead of the game at 30 points. Team Clark managed a late push in the fourth, but the damage had been done.
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“But no, it was a lot of fun. Indy is, I mean, basketball heaven, right? So I mean, we had an amazing time,” added Plum during the podcast.
While Plum had a great time showcasing her skills during the All-Star festivities, things haven’t been as smooth with her regular WNBA team. After joining the Los Angeles Sparks in the offseason, expectations were high, but the team has struggled to find consistency.
The Sparks are currently sitting at an (11-15) record, and their most recent setback came on July 29 when they suffered a tough loss against Plum’s former team, the Las Vegas Aces.
Plum is averaging 20.2 points, 6.0 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game. Looking ahead, she and the Sparks will face their next challenge against the Seattle Storm on August 1
