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WNBA Announces Inaugural Rivals Week with Clark vs. Reese in Primetime

The league's first-ever Rivals Week will begin on August 9, 2025, featuring a CBS-televised showdown between Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever and Angel Reese's Chicago Sky.

Sep 25, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) possesses the ball during the first half against the Connecticut Sun during game two of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Aug 25, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) looks on during the first half of a basketball game against the Las Vegas Aces at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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Overview

  • The WNBA will debut Rivals Week from August 9–17, 2025, showcasing marquee matchups to elevate the league's visibility and fan engagement.
  • The primetime opener on August 9 will feature Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever hosting Angel Reese's Chicago Sky, airing live on CBS.
  • Additional games include WNBA Finals rematches between the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx, and Brittney Griner's Atlanta Dream facing her former Phoenix Mercury team.
  • Rivals Week is sponsored by Ally Financial, a new WNBA partner, as part of a broader strategy to grow women's sports and expand the league's fan base.
  • While the Clark-Reese rivalry is a central focus, some fans have criticized the narrative as overhyped, questioning its authenticity.