WNBA's best to play in 2026 All-Star Game Saturday at United Center in Chicago

The stage is set for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game Saturday night in Chicago.

>The weekend has been a source of excitement for fans and players.

>There have been so many fun events around the city leading up to the game at United Center.

>From leadership summits, to youth basketball clinics, to networking events, there has been so much momentum and growing support for women's sports.

>The league's biggest stars got to practice on the court at the new Obama Presidential Center Friday.

>They got a surprise visit from the former president himself, and he shared words of encouragement to the players.

>"All of you are extraordinary and I could not be bigger fans. The way the game has been going lately, the way it's been picking up, and people paying attention to your excellence, I think, has been something for basketball fans generally, a sight to see," former President Barack Obama said.

>The weekend has also been inspirational for young girls who dream of being part of the WNBA one day.

>The All-Star Game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Watch on ABC7 Chicago.