- Chicago Sky. Angel Reese makes a statement with a superstar moment as she heads into her highly anticipated game against Caitlin Clark
- Chicago Sky. Angel Reese refused to add context around her comment: "fans are not watching WNBA just for Caitlin Clark"
The first matchup between Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever and Angel Reese's Chicago Sky is underway as I write this, marking the WNBA opener for Clark and her team on their home court. The atmosphere is electric, fueled by a week of pre-game comments that added an extra spice to this second year rivalry.
The tension between these two stars boiled over early in the third quarter. Following a that left Angel Reese with a clear path to the basket, Caitlin Clark committed a hard foul. Reese immediately confronted Clark directly, her words "You crazy as f**k. What the f**k is wrong with you?"
The foul occurred as Reese was seemingly about to score an easy layup. While it was undeniably a foul, some might interpret the immediate and forceful reaction from the Chicago player as perhaps an exaggeration, given the context of their budding rivalry and the intensity of the game. The play is already being heavily discussed online.
This physical confrontation adds a significant new chapter to the Clark versus Reese storyline, one that has already captured the imagination of WNBA fans. Whether this was simply a hard-nosed play in a competitive game or something more personal will undoubtedly be a major talking point in the post-game analysis and across social media.
The first game of the season between this two huge teams ended with Indiana dominating 93-58 win over Chicago. This significant point differential underscores the Fever's strong performance in their home opener, leaving the Sky with a tough first loss of the season.
Beyond the final score, this game has firmly established the burgeoning rivalry between Clark and Reese as a central narrative in the WNBA. Despite the lopsided result, the on-court intensity and the pre-game build-up highlight the captivating dynamic between these two exceptional talents. They are clearly demonstrating why they are considered not only the present but also a significant part of the future of the WNBA.