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Class of 2024 WNBA rookies Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are having strong starts to their careers. Reese has been a double-double machine for the Chicago Sky, while Clark is finding her groove as a go-to scorer and playmaker for the Indiana Fever. Barstool Sports owner Dave Portnoy dropped a fiery rant on the two […]

Following the Indiana Fever’s 91-79 win over the Atlanta Dream Friday night, they’ve now won four straight games for the first time since the 2015 season. It’s also the first time they have strung together six wins in an eight-game span since that season, where they made the WNBA Finals.  Next up for the Fever […]

Seimone Augustus has claimed many achievements over a storied career. Starting at Baton Rouge’s Capitol High, she was on the cover of Sports Illustrated for Women as a high school freshman way before LeBron James hit the front pages. Louisiana’s Miss Basketball in 2001 and 2002 also played in the first McDonald’s Girls All-America game, […]

CHICAGO — The Chicago Sky snapped a four-game losing streak with their 83-72 win over the Dallas Wings on Thursday. Angel Reese made WNBA history by amassing her seventh consecutive double-double, the most ever for a rookie. Reese shared some gripping insights after the game, including one major proposition for Bulls legend Michael Jordan. Reese […]

The rematch between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese this weekend has already set a new record in the WNBA. Ticket prices for the game between Clark’s Indiana Fever and Reese’s Chicago Sky have soared, with an average price of $253, according to TickPick. This figure is 187% higher than the Sky’s average ticket price of […]

CHICAGO — The Chicago Sky snapped their four-game losing streak against Arike Ogunbowale and the Dallas Wings on Thursday before a sell-out crowd. Tenacious defense and offensive execution saw the Sky beat Dallas 83-72. Angel Reese continued her impressive double-double streak, making WNBA history. The star rookie forward finished the game with 16 points, 18 […]

CHICAGO — The Chicago Sky are trying to regain momentum after going on a cold streak during June. The Sky possessed a 4-9 record before their game against the Dallas Wings, which placed them second-to-last in the Eastern Conference standings. Nevertheless, former LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese has been a bright spot for the […]

Los Angeles Sparks rookie Cameron Brink was off to a solid WNBA start before a heartbreaking injury struck her. Brink suffered a torn ACL during the first quarter of the Sparks’ June 18th game against the Connecticut Sun. The rookie forward posted a heartfelt social media message that several WNBA players, including Angel Reese and […]

DEERFIELD, IL — The Chicago Sky took on one of their most heated matchups of the 2024 WNBA season on June 16th. Chicago lost 91-83 to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, which marked their fourth straight loss. Of course, Angel Reese and Clark were the center of attention due to their rivalry. Sixth-year guard […]

Although it can certainly be mentally draining at times, the role of a villain is supposed to have a fun element attached to it. When an athlete accepts such a burden, the expectation is that memorable soundbites and bold displays will follow. But Angel Reese does not appear to be too invested in putting on […]

The 2024 WNBA Draft has reshaped the landscape of basketball as fans know it. They may have some rivalries entering into the league but the love and mutual respect are still there. Cameron Brink is one of the biggest names out of this draft class and it is for good reason. Unfortunately, she might not […]

The WNBA has needed a rivalry that can captivate audiences and boost the league’s profile. The growing rivalry between Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky is doing just that, despite—or perhaps because of—the drama that surrounds it. This rivalry, which dates back to their college days, is proving […]

The Indiana Fever’s 91-83 victory over the Chicago Sky set a historic milestone, becoming the most-watched WNBA game on any network in 23 years. According to CBS Sports, via Annie Costabile of Chicago Sun-Times, the telecast averaged 2.25 million viewers, with peak viewership reaching nearly 3 million. The viewership numbers highlight the growing popularity of […]

The Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky aren’t in any position to win the championship this year, yet the Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drama continues. Another sports analyst in Colin Cowherd chimes in on the controversy surrounding the WNBA. Cowherd believes it’s beneficial for the WNBA that Sky forward Angel Reese committed the flagrant […]

The WNBA has experienced a rise in viewership, largely attributed to the emergence of highly talented rookies who have made a significant impact on the league. Players like Caitlin Clark from the Indiana Fever, Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky, and Cameron Brink from the Los Angeles Sparks have not only demonstrated exceptional skills but […]

The storyline of a supposed “rivalry” between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark has been going on ever since their collegiate days. It’s been one of the most talked about topics in women’s basketball recently, and a new chapter looks to have unfolded on Sunday. During the Chicago Sky’s loss to the Indiana Fever, Reese committed […]

The Chicago Sky dropped their second meeting of the season at the hands of the Indiana Fever, 91-83, to give the Fever and Caitlin Clark their fifth win of the season and a 2-0 lead in their head-to-head matchup. Sky forward Angel Reese has entered unfamiliar territory with a losing record, as well as getting […]

WNBA fans have eagerly anticipated the rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and it got even more heated on Sunday afternoon as the Indiana Fever secured a 91-83 victory over the Chicago Sky in a highly competitive game. Clark and Reese have brought their college rivalry to the WNBA. As top contenders for Rookie […]

INDIANAPOLIS — By pretty undebatable consensus, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark posted her best all-around performance in the WNBA to date in the team’s 91-83 win over the Chicago Sky Sunday. The No. 1 pick had 23 points, shooting 7-for-11 with nine assists and eight rebounds. “I’ve had some good games and I’ve had some […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Perhaps it’s not surprising that in the second rendition of the Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky showdown, players couldn’t get through another third quarter without committing another Flagrant I foul. On Sunday, Angel Reese hacked Caitlin Clark to the ground. “It’s just a part of basketball,” Clark said afterward. “It is what it is. She […]

The Chicago Sky engaged in their second Indiana Fever matchup of the 2024 season on Sunday, and it did not disappoint. Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark’s squads went toe-to-toe, but the Fever pulled away to win the matchup 91-83. Reese continued her stout interior presence with her sixth straight double-double, but she was understandably discontent […]

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese has had a promising start to her WNBA career. The former LSU women’s basketball star averages a double-double through her first 12 games and has already etched her name in the league record books. As a result, Reese is an early favorite for the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year […]

The Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky are getting ready for another highly anticipated regular season game, and Sky rookie Angel Reese made an intriguing fashion choice for Sunday’s contest. SoLegitCustom owner Marvin Baroota designed a special colorway for Reese’s Reebok sneakers that are inspired by the infamous Batman villain The Joker. The colorway for the […]

Angel Reese’s cultural import off the floor was always bound to make her a WNBA star. Just one month into her highly anticipated rookie season, it’s abundantly clear the Chicago Sky forward would’ve been bound for that label due to her play on the hardwood, too. Reese entered rarified basketball air in Chicago’s hard-fought 83-81 […]

While Caitlin Clark is generally agreed upon as the main draw behind women’s basketball’s furious surge in popularity recently, Angel Reese deserves her respect, too. The two’s competitive rivalry from college has carried over into the WNBA, and the league is better off because of it. NBA retiree Carmelo Anthony, basketball commentator Monica McNutt, and […]

Former NBA players Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett were on their show “All The Smoke” where the topic of conversation was on the  Olympics women’s basketball team this summer. Both were arguing, especially Pierce, that WNBA stars Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese should be on the team. “Angel Reese and […]

CHICAGO —The Chicago Sky took on the Eastern Conference powerhouse Connecticut Sun in another intense matchup on Wednesday night. Angel Reese shined again with her fourth straight double-double, but the Sky fell 83-75 to Alyssa Thomas and Connecticut’s tough defensive resistance. Kamilla Cardoso, Teresa Weatherspoon, and Marina Mabrey touched on the improvements Chicago desperately needs […]

CHICAGO — Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese is off to strong WNBA beginnings. The 6’3″ forward nearly averages a double-double through her first 10 regular season games. From Breanna Stewart to Alyssa Thomas, Reese has had the chance to go up against some of the best players in the world. She revealed the inspiration behind […]

The Chicago Sky have had a roller coaster start to the WNBA season, but their roster is highly promising. One Chicago rookie with bright potential is former LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese. Reese is in early contention with Caitlin Clark for the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year Award. Furthermore, head coach Teresa Weatherspoon […]

The WNBA’s 2024 season is in full swing, and two of its most promising rookies, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, are already making waves. Their transition from collegiate stars to professional athletes has been nothing short of impressive, garnering praise from basketball legends and fans alike. Among those singing their praises is NBA icon Magic […]

The Atlanta Dream defeated the Chicago Sky 89-80 Saturday, improving their season record to 5-4. The game was highlighted by a standout performance from Tina Charles, who not only led all scorers with 22 points but also provided invaluable mentorship to Sky forward Angel Reese. After the game, Charles shared her thoughts on Reese’s potential, […]

Angel Reese has quietly been one of the better rookies from the 2024 WNBA Draft Class. There’s been a lot of talk about Caitlin Clark’s up-and-down year, Cameron Brink’s excellence, but lost in the sauce is Reese’s contributions. The LSU product isn’t a flashy scorer, but her fundamentals and all-around game make her a perfect […]

Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky fell prey on Saturday to the Atlanta Dream in an 89-80 loss at home. The latest loss by Chicago put to waste a brilliant performance from the rookie, who finished with a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds while also adding two assists and five blocks in 33 […]

CHICAGO — The Chicago Sky returned home to face Tina Charles and the Atlanta Dream on Saturday evening. Chicago got out to another slow start in the first half, which eventually led to their 89-80 loss. Angel Reese had a stout performance, but the absence of Elizabeth Williams impacted the Sky’s interior presence. Reese emphasized […]

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark was given advice from Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson during his appearance on the late night show “Jimmy Kimmel Live” as he talked about the WNBA at large. Kimmel brought up the topic since the league has seen a boost in viewership because of the rookie class with Clark […]

The 2024 WNBA Draft class is hailed by many as one of the best in the history of the association, with transcendent talent Caitlin Clark, who’s already been breaking records through her first 12 games as a member of the Indiana Fever, leading the way. Clark, however, is not alone in terms of the marketable […]

The 2024 WNBA rookie class has received no shortage of attention. Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese were two of the most popular players in college, and that has continued into the WNBA. Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale recently addressed the rookie class and how their initial WNBA experience compares to her rookie season. “I would […]

The Chicago Sky improved to 4-5 after their comeback victory over the Washington Mystics on Thursday. Star rookie forward Angel Reese had another standout night with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and five steals. However, one of Reese’s frontcourt running mates had an equally inspiring performance. Isabelle Harrison had a breakout night amid her progressive return […]

Despite a record-tying performance by rookie Aaliyah Edwards, the Washington Mystics fell to the Chicago Sky, 79-71, Thursday. The game marked the first homecoming for Baltimore native Angel Reese, who played a large role in the Sky’s comeback victory. Edwards has been a bright spot for the Mystics, especially in the absence of injured center […]