WNBA Sends Message on Mercury Star Alyssa Thomas originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas seems to become a better passer every single season. In 2025, she may be the best passer in the WNBA.

Alyssa Thomas explained after Mercury practice on Sunday that the continued disrespect is the culprit behind the All-Star game reserve spot

Golden State Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton and Seattle Storm guard Gabby Williams were the two other first-year All-Star reserves named by the coaches Sunday. The All-Star starters were selected through a combination of voting by fans (50 percent), a national panel of media members (25 percent) and current WNBA players (25 percent).