The 2005 WNBA All-Star Game was played on July 9, 2005 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, home of the Connecticut Sun. The game was the 6th annual WNBA All-Star Game. This was the first time Connecticut hosted the basketball showcase. The West defeated the East, 122–99, and Sheryl Swoopes was named the All-Star Game MVP after scoring 15 points in 25 minutes.[1]