Rising Stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese Set to Square Off in WNBA Debut: A Look Back at Their College Rivalry

Chicago, Illinois United States of America
Angel Reese contributes double-doubles for the Chicago Sky
Caitlin Clark averages 17.5 points and 6.6 assists per game for the Indiana Fever
Clark scored a career-high 30 points against Los Angeles Sparks
Fever have lost eight of their first nine games, Clark's performances provide hope for fans
Reese secured her first professional double-double against Seattle Storm
Sky have a 3-3 record, expected to welcome back Kamilla Cardoso for game against Indiana
Rising Stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese Set to Square Off in WNBA Debut: A Look Back at Their College Rivalry

The highly anticipated first matchup between rookie stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese in the WNBA is approaching, as the Indiana Fever host the Chicago Sky on June 1. Both players have had impressive starts to their professional careers, with Clark averaging 17.5 points and 6.6 assists per game for the struggling Fever (1-8), and Reese contributing double-doubles for the Chicago Sky (3-3).

Clark, who was drafted first overall by Indiana in April, scored a career-high 30 points against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 29. Meanwhile, Reese secured her first professional double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds against Seattle Storm on the same night.

The Fever have had a difficult start to the season, losing eight of their first nine games. Clark's impressive performances have provided some hope for Indiana fans, who are eagerly anticipating her continued growth as she gains more experience in the league.

Chicago, on the other hand, has shown promise with a 3-3 record. The Sky are expected to welcome back No. 3 overall pick Kamilla Cardoso for their game against Indiana on June 1, adding depth and talent to their roster.

Clark and Reese's rivalry dates back to their college days, when they faced off in the NCAA tournament as members of the Iowa Hawkeyes and LSU Tigers respectively. Their most memorable moment came after LSU won the championship in 2023, with Reese mimicking Clark's celebration. The incident sparked criticism and backlash due to Reese being a young Black woman exuding confidence and competitiveness.

As they prepare for their first professional meeting, fans are eager to see how these two talented rookies will match up against each other on the court. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting WNBA rivalry.


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Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese is more than just a matchup of rookie stars

Yahoo Sports Cassandra Negley Saturday, 01 June 2024 13:58
  • Unique Points
    • Indiana Fever hosts Chicago Sky, which could have No. 3 overall draft pick Kamilla Cardoso back from injury to make her pro debut on Saturday.
    • The Fever have struggled to put together a full game, have looked disheveled and haven’t been able to capitalize on easy, early looks.
  • Accuracy
    • Caitlin Clark scored 41 points to lead Iowa to victory over LSU in the Women’s Final Four.
    • Angel Reese mimicked Clark’s celebration after LSU won the national championship.
    • Indiana Fever have struggled to put together a full game and have looked disheveled.
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The Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark rivalry: From a moment to momentous

Chicago Sun-Times Annie Costabile Saturday, 01 June 2024 00:26
  • Unique Points
    • Angel Reese mimicked Caitlin Clark’s celebration after LSU won the national championship, leading to criticism and backlash.
    • The criticism Reese received was not because of her celebration, but rather due to her being a young Black woman exuding confidence and competitiveness.
  • Accuracy
    • ]Angel Reese mimicked Caitlin Clark's celebration after LSU won the national championship[
    • Caitlin Clark scored 41 points to lead Iowa to victory over LSU in the Women’s Final Four
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains selective reporting and emotional manipulation. The author focuses on the moment when Angel Reese mimicked Caitlin Clark's celebration after their team won the championship, implying that this was a malicious act. However, the author fails to mention that Reese had previously been targeted with criticism and vitriol due to her race and confidence, which may have influenced her reaction. The author also uses loaded language such as 'ignorant hot takes' and 'villainized' to describe the response Reese received, manipulating the reader's emotions. Additionally, the author compares Reese and Clark to Larry Bird and Magic Johnson without disclosing that this comparison was made by others, which is selective reporting.
    • Reese being ‘a villain’ went from a narrative to a reality.
    • The mainstream media gave credence to ignorant hot takes by recycling them into packaged storylines and debates.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The author makes an appeal to authority by referencing the masses and professionals in the context of the Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark rivalry. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the criticism Reese received as 'ugly' and 'hard to argue otherwise.' However, no explicit fallacies were found.
    • ]The masses, who argue that this is a bitter rivalry with the potential to propel the WNBA to places it has not yet reached.[
    • Reese was subsequently villainized, admonished and targeted by fans as well as professionals in media, politics and beyond.
    • What seemed apparent was the obvious difference that contributed to the response Reese received. The root of the criticism Reese received wasn’t because she took Clark’s gesture to a new level, but rather because it was a young Black woman who was exuding that level of confidence or competitiveness.
  • Bias (80%)
    The author makes multiple comparisons between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, implying that the reaction to Reese's taunting of Clark was due to her race. The author also uses language like 'ignorant hot takes' and 'vitriol' to describe the criticism of Reese, which could be seen as biased characterizations.
    • It’s hard to argue otherwise when no one objected when Clark, who is white, made the same gesture.
      • The mainstream media gave credence to ignorant hot takes by recycling them into packaged storylines and debates. Reese being “a villain” went from a narrative to a reality.
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      95%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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      Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese to face off in first WNBA matchup with Sky-Fever game

      Yahoo Sports NBC Sports Saturday, 01 June 2024 14:00
      • Unique Points
        • Caitlin Clark scored 22 points and added eight assists in a game against the New York Liberty.
        • Indiana Fever lost to the New York Liberty with a score of 91-80.
      • Accuracy
        • The highly anticipated WNBA matchup between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese is set for June 1.
        • New York Liberty have won their first three games of the season.
      • Deception (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Fallacies (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Bias (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
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      96%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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      Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese WNBA stats: How rival rookies stack up ahead of first pro matchup

      Sporting News LLC - Sports News & Analysis - SportingNews.com com US Edition Dan Treacy Saturday, 01 June 2024 10:47
      • Unique Points
        • Caitlin Clark and the Fever have a difficult start to the 2024 WNBA season with a record of 1-8.
        • Clark is improving as she gets more games under her belt, posting an average of 17.5 points and 6.6 assists per game.
        • Clark will face her collegiate rival Angel Reese for the first time as professionals on Saturday.
      • Accuracy
        • Chicago Sky are off to a better start with a record of 3-3 despite missing Kamilla Cardoso due to injury.
        • Cardoso is expected to return for Sunday’s matchup with Indiana, bringing the Sky closer to contention.
        • Angel Reese is one of the reasons for Chicago fans’ excitement, posting an average of 8.2 rebounds and 11 points per game.
      • Deception (100%)
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      • Fallacies (100%)
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      • Bias (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
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