Caitlin Clark and Indiana fever got the win against the Chicago Sky on Saturday, but boy, did things get physical… including a cheap shot that sent the number one pick to the field, drawing applause from the rival Angel Reese!
It was a full house at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis for the first WNBA matchup between Reese and Clark… and they picked up right where they left off in college!
The game was intense and the Fever were thrilled to come away with their second win of the season. Clark was not happy with Angel’s teammate’s body check, Chennedy Carter.
Angel Reese was excited to see Caitlin Clark take a cheap shot 😬
– College Basketball Report (@CBKReport) June 1, 2024
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The controversial play happened in the third quarter of the close game… when Clark was waiting for the inbound pass. Out of nowhere, Chennedy pushed Clark hard enough to make her fall to the ground.
Reese was on the bench at the time, but jumped out of his seat, applauding in response to the harsh foul.
Angel also got a piece of Clark… appearing to throw her arm at CC in the 4th quarter, again sending her to the floor.
Now another Sky player with a cheap shot at Caitlin Clark. Angel Reese with an elbow and then looks down. This isn’t basketball. pic.twitter.com/gXwPcaatY8
-Scott Agness (@ScottAgness) June 1, 2024
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Despite the physical play, Clark’s Fever won 71-70 – their second victory of the season.
Angel scored 8 points and collected 13 points, while Caitlin had 11 points and 8 rebounds.
It’s been a constant theme in the WNBA’s young, most-watched season… Clark has been constantly beaten to the ground. Until now, this has generally been allowed to happen.
Clark and the Fever will face the Chicago Sky again on June 16th…expect it to be another crazy one It is physical game!