The WNBA will need to fill Howard's spot on Team Collier with an injury replacement chosen by commissioner Cathy Englebert. Napheesa Collier selected Howard to her squad in last week's draft, pitting her against Caitlin Clark and the other half of the All-Star participants.

Rhyne Howard, the Dream’s explosive guard and recent All-Star selection, suffered a left knee injury during Atlanta’s July 11 game. After a medical evaluation, the team confirmed she’ll be sidelined for the remainder of July.

Satou Sabally is ruled out of the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game due to injury, with her official replacement confirmed by the league.

So when it comes to replacing Howard, Engelbert has to make the right choice here and select Sykes. Slim deserves an All-Star spot. That it has to come at the expense of Howard is a real bummer, but the WNBA commissioner has to rectify the situation and give Sykes the spot that she deserves.

Atlanta Dream star Rhyne Howard learned a valuable lesson in the 99-82 loss to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on the importance of wearing proper gear after a scary incident