2 Minutes Ago: Caitlin Clark SLAMS Angel Reese and Chicago Sky – This Was Personal!
Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese: A Rivalry Turned One-Sided Affair
A Showdown That Never Was
What was billed as a marquee matchup between WNBA rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese instead unfolded as a blowout spectacle in favor of the Indiana Fever. Even with Clark resting on the bench, Indiana stormed into Chicago and left the Sky reeling, 79–52. The 27-point margin underscored how lopsided this contest had become before a dribble was even taken.
Indiana’s Collective Masterclass
Under the guidance of acting head coach Austin Kelly, the Fever executed a flawless game plan. Secondary stars seized the moment. Kelsey Mitchell sliced through Chicago’s defense for 17 effortless points. Natasha Howard posted 13 points on 6-of-10 shooting. Aliyah Boston delivered a near-triple-double with 11 points, five rebounds and five assists despite early foul trouble. Off the bench, rookie guard Ari McDonald emerged as the spark plug the Fever needed, erupting for 12 points, three steals and a blocked shot. Indiana shared the ball with precision, attempting 27 threes and converting 11 at over 40 percent—proof that their cohesion runs deeper than any single superstar.
Angel Reese’s Struggles in the Spotlight
Angel Reese has earned her reputation as a relentless rebounder, yet on this night she managed only four points in 27 minutes and finished with a minus-20 plus-minus rating. Her midrange game was absent, her finishing at the rim tentative, and her decision-making shaky. Even 12 rebounds couldn’t disguise the frustration evident on her face. Sequences of wild, off-balance shots and failed spin moves painted the picture of a young player overwhelmed by expectations and unable to find her rhythm.
Off-Court Drama and Misspelled Names
Drama seeped beyond the hardwood. Cameras caught Caitlin Clark animatedly cheering on her teammates, even calling out a “Travel!” when Reese lost the ball. Meanwhile, the Sky’s jumbotron briefly misspelled “Caitlin Clark,” a small but telling sign of how Clark commands attention—even in absence. Social media erupted, fans and analysts alike pointing to these moments as evidence that the rivalry has already tilted decisively in Clark’s favor.
What This Means for the Rivalry
Saturday’s result exposed the widening gap between Indiana’s depth and Chicago’s overreliance on Reese. Coach Tyler Marcy insisted the Sky’s struggles were collective, but history tells a harsher truth: Chicago has not fared better with Reese on the floor at any point this season. A matchup once billed as an even duel now reads like a mismatch, with Clark’s spotlight blazed so brightly that Reese’s performance feels secondary.
Looking Ahead
For the Fever, this victory is a statement of championship intent. Their ability to dominate without their rookie star bodes well for a title push. For Reese, the road back demands refinement—rediscovering the aggression and assertiveness that defined her college career, while expanding her offensive skill set. As the season progresses, the league will watch closely to see whether this rivalry can ever balance out or if Clark’s shadow will continue to loom large over Reese’s journey.
