Indianapolis will host this edition of the WNBA All-Star game on July 19.

Indianapolis will host this edition of the WNBA All-Star game on July 19.
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Do WNBA players get paid for playing in the All-Star Game?

Update:

Despite Caitlin Clark’s injury, the WNBA All-Star game will be played in front of the Fever home crowd this weekend.

Basketball fans around the world will enjoy what promises to be an entertaining game between the best of the best as Team Collier takes on Team Clark on Saturday in Indianapolis.

The game will feature some of the most recognized players in the league, but some last-minute injuries have meant some changes to the original rosters.

How much do WNBA players get paid at the All-Star game?

WNBA players get paid to participate in the All-Star weekend, with different prizes on offer. However, this year’s prize pot shows the huge gender salary gap is still very much a question that needs tackling.

Do WNBA players get paid for playing in the All-Star Game?
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First, considering the 3-point contest and skills competition, WNBA players earn $2,575, while participants in this competition earn $1,030. In contrast, NBA players earn $50,000 from these same two contests, meaning that WNBA player’s prices are $47,425 less!

When it comes to the All-Star Game, WNBA players earn $2,575 from being selected in the WNBA All-Star squad. What’s more, the MVP of the All-Star game takes home $5,150.

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