Napheesa Collier's record-breaking performance leads her team to victory in WNBA All-Star Game

Napheesa Collier set a WNBA All-Star Game scoring record with 36 points, leading her team to a 151-131 victory over Team Clark. The game featured little defense and numerous 4-point shots, marking a significant shift from the previous year's competitive format that pitted the U.S. Olympic team against WNBA All-Stars.

Leading up to the game, collective bargaining agreement negotiations were central. Players wore warmup T-shirts displaying the message "Pay us what you owe us" to highlight their stance. Collier, named the game's MVP, stated this action sent a strong message that players are standing firm on areas needing improvement in the negotiations.

During Collier's MVP trophy presentation, the crowd chanted "Pay them more," and fellow All-Star Brittney Sykes held up a sign reading "Pay the Players," further emphasizing the players' demand for better compensation.