Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark have both moved on to the WNBA, with each player leaving behind a tremendous legacy at the collegiate level. The two stars will likely be linked for the rest of their careers due to an infamous moment near the end of the LSU Tigers’ 102-85 victory over the lowa Hawkeyes in the 2023 NCAA women’s basketball national championship game.
Reese took two opportunities to taunt Clark, initially doing John Cena’s infamous ‘You Can’t See Me gesture – which the Hawkeyes star previously did against the Louisville Cardinals and later, pointing at her ring finger. The incident led to plenty of media backlash, which former lowa head coach Lisa Bluder was not a fan of. Speaking on ESPN’s docuseries Full Court Press, she recently said:
“The media was trying to create a circus out of racial things, out of trying to make hatred come up, and [Clark] just wouldn’t let it happen.”
Clark also chimed in on the media backlash, adding:
“That’s the only thing people wanted to talk about when we just went on this magical run and united so many people, and that, like, was frustrating to me.”
Both have begun their professional careers, with Clark being selected first overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft and Reese being selected seventh overall. The two stars will likely be linked throughout their respective WNBA careers, however, both have insisted that there is nothing but respect between them.
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark downplayed media reaction to infamous encounter
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark have previously suggested that their infamous encounter was blown out of proportion. Ahead of their meeting in the 2024 Elite Eight, Reese said (via ESPN):
“Me and Caitlin Clark don’t hate each other. I want everybody to understand that. It’s just a super competitive game. Once I get between those lines, there’s no friends. I have plenty of friends on the court that I talk to outside of the game, but like when I get between those lines, we’re not friends. We’re not buddies. I’m going to talk trash to you. I’m going to do whatever it takes to get in your head the whole entire game, but after the game we can kick it.”
Clark added (via New york Post):
“Me and Angel have always been great competitors. Obviously, she played in the Big Ten for a while to begin her career, and that’s what makes women’s basketball so fun is you have great competition, and that’s what we’ve had all year long. I think Angel would say the same.”
Caitlin Clark struggled on her WNBA debut on Tuesday night. She finished with 20 points, three assists, two steals, and 10 turnovers while shooting 5-15 from the field, 4-11 from three-point range, and 6-6 from the free-throw line. Angel Reese will make her WNBA debut on Wednesday night
News
Caitlin Clark Strikes Back, Shoves Opponent In Chippy WNBA Game
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever entered Wednesday’s game against the Washington Mystics on a positive note following their win over the WNBA-leading New York Liberty on Saturday. But, their matchup with Washington ended on a sour note. The Mystics…
The Online Community Is Confused By Caitlin Clark’s “Unsportsmanlike” Action Towards Julie Vanloo Of The Mystics In An Exciting WNBA Match
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever entered Wednesday’s game against the Washington Mystics on a positive note following their win over the WNBA-leading New York Liberty on Saturday. But, their matchup with Washington ended on a sour note. The Mystics…
The Fever’s Caitlin Clark Shoved The Mystics’ Julie Vanloo In An Exciting WNBA Match – The Referee Judged Clark To Have Committed An Offensive Foul.
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever entered Wednesday’s game against the Washington Mystics on a positive note following their win over the WNBA-leading New York Liberty on Saturday. But, their matchup with Washington ended on a sour note. The Mystics…
Nike Faces Trouble After Sha’Carri Richardson Controversy As Caitlin Clark’s Shoe Release Reflects Disrespect For A’ja Wilson
Nike has been in the spotlight recently due to the mixed reception of its new USA track and field uniform. Despite efforts to enhance the Olympic atmosphere, the brand has faced some disapproval. The brand is currently facing intense scrutiny…
The Online Community Is “Shocked” By Shaq’s Bold Statement – “I’d Rather Make No Money Than Work With LeBron—All He Does Is Whine And Cry!”
In an explosive revelation that’s set the sports world abuzz, Shaquille O’Neal has reportedly turned down a staggering $100 million opportunity to appear alongside LeBron James in a high-profile commercial. Shaq’s jaw-dropping refusal stems from his blunt criticism of LeBron’s…
Kim Mulkey Asked Brittney Griner To Keep Quiet About Her Sexuality So That Baylor’s Recruitment Wouldn’t Be Harmed. – The online community cannot sit still and demand that Kim Mulkey apologize for having “sexist” thoughts.
Baylor coach Kim Mulkey and Brittney Griner discuss dunking, during a news… Baylor coach Kim Mulkey and Brittney Griner discuss dunking, during a news conference in Des Moines, lowa, Sunday, March 25, 2012, the day before the team’s NCAA women’s…
End of content
No more pages to load