Exciting WNBA All-Star Weekend Recap: Allisha Gray Makes History, Team USA Prepares for Showdown
Atlanta Dream’s Allisha Gray made history at the 2024 WNBA All-Star weekend in Phoenix by winning both the skills challenge and 3-point contest in the same season. Gray’s impressive performance has set the stage for an exciting showdown between Team USA and Team WNBA, featuring stars like Diana Taurasi and Caitlin Clark. The U.S. women’s national team is aiming for their eighth consecutive gold medal, but Team WNBA coach Cheryl Miller is confident her team of All-Stars will give them a tough challenge.
In a sold-out Footprint Center, Gray outshined her competitors to secure victory in both events, earning a $55K bonus from Aflac for each win. Her final round in the 3-point contest against Jonquel Jones was a nail-biter, with Gray ultimately coming out on top with 22 points.
The excitement doesn’t stop there, as the WNBA All-Star game promises to be a thrilling matchup between the best players in the league. With the added bonus from Aflac, the stakes are higher than ever for the participants. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the WNBA All-Star weekend in Phoenix.
