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WNBA All-Star weekend clouded by injuries to Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by DOUG FEINBERG | The Associated Press , NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 21, 2026
· 3 min read
It was a rough week for WNBA All-Stars heading into the game this weekend. Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese both were injured Sunday. Bueckers had a rough collision with Nneka Ogwumike in the fourth quarter of Dallas’ game against Los Angeles. The second-year star guard won’t play Monday night agai...
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Key takeaway The second-year star guard won’t play Monday night against New York , but cleared concussion protocol, the team said.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The injuries to Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese cast a shadow over the upcoming WNBA All-Star weekend, and local fans in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are likely to be impacted. Bueckers, the second-year star guard for the Dallas team, won't play on Monday night, and her status for the All-Star game is uncertain. Meanwhile, Reese, who was voted a reserve for the team, is a key player to watch, leading the league in rebounds per game and double-doubles. If either player is unable to participate in the exhibition game, it could affect the overall dynamic of the event. The Dallas team's performance will be closely watched by local fans, and the injuries to Bueckers and other players, including Kelsey Plum, will be a major factor in their success. The All-Star game is a significant event, and the participation of local players is a major draw for fans in the area.
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Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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What is this story about? It was a rough week for WNBA All-Stars heading into the game this weekend. Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese both were injured Sunday. Bueckers had a rough collision with Nneka Ogwumike in the fourth quarter of Dallas’ game against Los Angeles. The second-year star guard won’t play Monday night agai...
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