The rivalry between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark has been one for the ages, but in a recent interview, Reese gave fans a glimmer of hope that she could see the dynamic duo teaming up in the future.
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Reese and Clark have been going head-to-head since childhood, and their rivalry has only grown as their talent has soared. Both players have carved out their own spots in the WNBA as future icons, but it’s their shared history of competition and mutual respect that makes their rivalry so intriguing.
“Me and Caitlin have been playing against each other since we were kids,” Reese told the Wall Street Journal. “It’s just a full circle moment of how women are viewed when it comes to trash-talking, and it’s okay in men’s sports. So we’re gonna normalize that in women’s sports as well, so it’s just super competitive. I think we’re two great competitors. We brought a lot of fans to this league, and I thought we’re gonna continue to do that, and one day, hopefully, we can be teammates.”
Friendly Rivalry Turned Viral Scandal
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During the 2023 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament championship final, things reached a whole new level. Reese, who led LSU to victory, found herself in the spotlight for more than just her game. She famously waved her hand in front of her face, John Cena-style, as a taunt towards Clark, while pointing to her ring finger—a bold reminder that she was about to secure that championship ring.
It was a moment that set the internet on fire, turning into an instant meme and placing both Reese and Clark, as well as women’s basketball, into the mainstream sports conversation.
If there’s one thing Angel Reese believes in, it’s that trash talk belongs in the game. In the interview, she emphasized how essential it is for athletes, especially women, to embrace on the court.
After the championship game, Reese received some criticism for her in-your-face celebration. But the best part? Caitlin Clark had no problem with it!
What’s Next For Angel Reese?
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Fans got a sneak peek of what a Reese-Clark team-up could look like during this year’s WNBA All-Star Game when the two played on the same team. Reese has made it clear she’s open to the idea of joining forces with Clark in the future, and we can only imagine what that could mean for the WNBA.
While basketball is undoubtedly Reese’s primary focus, she’s also got her eyes on some serious off-the-court goals. In the Wall Street Journal interview, Reese opened up about her dreams beyond winning WNBA championships. She hopes to one day own a professional basketball team and even start a modeling agency.
And she’s not just dreaming—she’s already making moves. Angel is part-owner of the DC Power Football Club (Power FC), a professional women’s soccer team in the USL Super League. Reese’s ambition is to help elevate women’s sports by giving back in a meaningful way—whether that’s through ownership, advocacy, or mentorship.
Whether or not the two become teammates one day, one thing is certain: the rivalry between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark is already legendary. And who knows? Maybe their next chapter will involve raising a WNBA trophy together.
