Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark have developed one of the most natural and intense rivalries in recent sports history. In fact, it’s difficult to find a bigger rivalry in American sports at the moment.
However, the two might end up playing as teammates at the WNBA All-Star Game next month, a prospect that could certainly surprise and confound many internet trolls.
The WNBA All-Star Game is coming up on July 20, with the format this year being WNBA All-Stars against Team USA. Neither player will be representing Team USA in Paris this summer, but both are almost certainly headed to the All-Star Game in Phoenix. Take a look at the voting standings currently.
The prospect of Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark being on the same team would surely ignite a frenzy of online discourse, as their rivalry has divided the internet. This intense rivalry dates back to the 2023 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship Game, where Reese’s LSU defeated Clark’s Iowa in what became the most-watched women’s college basketball game ever. Near the end of that game, Reese mocked Clark, sparking widespread controversy.
Their paths crossed again in the Elite Eight this year, where Clark and the Hawkeyes triumphed over Reese, advancing to the Final Four. The potential of them teaming up at the WNBA All-Star Game would add another intriguing chapter to their storied rivalry.
The rivalry between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark has continued into their WNBA careers. Since Clark was selected with the first overall pick and Reese with the seventh overall pick, their teams have faced each other twice, with the Fever winning both matchups. These games have been marked by controversial incidents involving the two players.
In their first meeting, Sky guard Chennedy Carter delivered a cheap shot to Clark, which Reese was seen cheering on. In their second matchup, Reese was called for a flagrant foul when she attempted a block but accidentally hit Clark on the head. Both players agreed it was a basketball play and an accident.
Despite the heated competition, both Reese and Clark have consistently stated there is no ill-will between them. Seeing them on the same team at the WNBA All-Star Game might finally convince fans of this.
The two are set to face off for the third time in the WNBA on Sunday afternoon.