The numbers are in — and the early All-Star returns are stunning. While Caitlin Clark tops the charts with over half a million votes, Angel Reese tumbles down the list… even trailing Indiana’s bench player Lexie Hull. Has the media hype bubble finally burst?

In what may be the most dramatic twist yet of the 2025 WNBA season, early All-Star voting results have left fans stunned — and Angel Reese’s supporters reeling.

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever rookie sensation, leads all vote-getters with a staggering 515,000+ votes, dominating the field just as she’s done in ticket sales, jersey rankings, and social media buzz. Right behind her is teammate and former national champion Aaliyah Boston, clocking in at over 446,000 votes, followed by Kelsey Mitchell, with Paige Bueckers — yes, college star Paige Bueckers — beating out several active pros.

But the real shocker? Lexie Hull, a rotation guard who comes off the bench for Indiana, has officially passed Angel Reese in fan votes.

Let that sink in.

From Top Two to Tumble Down

Last year, Angel Reese was a fan darling. Her charisma, LSU legacy, and unapologetic confidence made her a household name. She was consistently in the top tier of popularity rankings. But as of this week’s early All-Star returns, she sits at just 173,000 votes — placing her well below not just her peers, but even WNBA newcomers and role players.

Social media lit up with reactions.

“Lexie Hull got more All-Star votes than Angel Reese???”
“Thought she was the second most beloved player in the league… what happened?”

Even outspoken YouTuber John “The Liquideter” couldn’t hide his disbelief:

“Lexie Hull, coming off the bench… got more votes than Angel Reese. I told y’all it was only a matter of time before the Angel Reese saga ends.”

The Numbers Don’t Lie

According to ESPN’s Alexa Philippou, the All-Star voting is determined by a weighted system:

50% fan vote

25% current player vote

25% media vote

The fan vote leaderboard is currently dominated by Indiana Fever players, largely thanks to Caitlin Clark’s growing legion of supporters. In fact, five Fever players are among the top 15 — a reflection not only of the team’s fan engagement efforts but Clark’s magnetic draw.

Meanwhile, Reese — once touted as a cultural game-changer — has seen her star dim amid performance struggles and a growing perception that her media narrative doesn’t match her on-court impact.

And now, with Lexie Hull quietly leapfrogging her in national support, the discrepancy is impossible to ignore.

Is the Bubble Bursting?

Reese still has her defenders, and the All-Star voting period isn’t over. But the optics are brutal. This wasn’t just a drop — it was a freefall. And it raises questions about whether Reese’s early hype was inflated by short-term buzz and off-court drama more than sustained basketball performance.

“Men lie. Women lie. But the numbers don’t,” said The Liquideter in his viral video. “It’s not hate. It’s reality. You gotta perform.”

To be clear, Reese has shown flashes of brilliance this season — strong rebounding, passionate leadership, and an undeniable presence. But fans are clearly rewarding consistency, humility, and production over personality. And that might be the most revealing shift of all.

Clark’s Reign Is Real

At this point, Caitlin Clark is not just a top vote-getter — she’s a cultural phenomenon. Half a million votes, and we’re still weeks away from the final tally. She leads the league in highlights, headlines, and hardware, and now, fan ballots too.

What’s more — today is a “double vote” day, where every submission counts twice, and Clark’s supporters are flooding the WNBA’s official voting platform. The Fever’s social media team has made it simple with “Quick Vote” links, and fans are showing up in droves.

Final Word

The WNBA’s All-Star game will take place in Indianapolis — Clark’s home turf. Unless there’s a seismic shift in the next round of voting, expect her to not only start, but also captain her team.

As for Angel Reese?

She’s no stranger to proving people wrong. But with her vote count slipping below bench players, the clock is ticking. Either she turns this around fast — or the league’s next big marketing bet might quietly fade into the background.

One thing’s for sure: All-Star season just got personal.