This past weekend, both Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark returned to their college roots, but the turnout at their events was noticeably different. Angel Reese, now playing for the Chicago Sky, went back to LSU for an exhibition game against Brazil, only to find plenty of empty seats. In contrast, Caitlin Clark’s homecoming in Iowa, also against Brazil, was a sell-out event in less than an hour. Clark, who now plays for the Indiana Fever, had made a name for herself with her impressive college career there.
Despite the ongoing chatter about a rivalry between the two players, both Reese and Clark have insisted that there isn’t one. However, Reese’s mother, Angel Webb Reese, couldn’t resist taking a swipe at the Iowa fans. She highlighted the contrast between celebrating attendance versus celebrating championship wins, reminding Clark’s supporters of LSU’s victory over Iowa in the 2023 national championship.
Reese’s mother made her feelings clear in a post on X, saying, “Aww that certain fan base looking in the stands celebrating ‘attendance’ while others are looking up in the rafters celebrating championship banners. We ain’t the same. Different year same haters Have a great day.” Her comments have added fuel to the ongoing discussions among women’s basketball fans and players.
The rivalry narrative started when Reese taunted Clark at the end of LSU’s championship victory, and since then, the two have been compared frequently. Reese has spoken out about the racial issues she perceives among fans of the Fever and Iowa, claiming they have been racist toward Black WNBA players. Clark, meanwhile, prefers not to engage in these discussions, choosing instead to focus on her game.
Clark has expressed that she doesn’t pay much attention to the controversies off the court. “It’s not something I can control. I don’t put too much thought and time into thinking about things like that,” she mentioned last summer, emphasizing her dedication to basketball and her team. Clark’s approach has been to focus on winning games and having fun on the court, rather than getting caught up in external conversations.
Both players were present at the WNBA draft in April 2024, posing for photos as they prepared to take their rivalry to the professional level. The upcoming WNBA season promises to be exciting, with Reese and Clark facing off on May 17 in Indianapolis. This matchup is eagerly anticipated by fans who have followed their journeys from college to the pros.
The dynamic between Reese and Clark continues to be a hot topic in the world of women’s basketball. Their individual paths and interactions have garnered widespread attention, drawing in fans and media alike. As the WNBA season unfolds, the spotlight will remain on these two talented athletes and their respective teams.
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At this point virtually everyone knows that Clark is a dude! Move on!