Over 70,000 visitors descended upon Indianapolis as the WNBA All-Star Game and the Indiana Black Expo brought nearly $10 million in economic benefits to the city.

In a strategic display at the WNBA All-Star Game draft on Tuesday, captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier selected players they know best—teammate Aliyah Boston and business partner Breanna Stewart. The influence of personal relationships set the tone for an anticipated game in New York.

Kayla Thornton, Gabby Williams, Kiki Iriafen, and Sonia Citron are poised to make their WNBA All-Star debuts as reserves in Indianapolis this month. Announced on Sunday, their selection highlights a wave of new talent rising in the league.