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WNBA Investigation Expands as Clark-Reese Rivalry Fuels Record Viewership

Caitlin Clark's record-breaking performances and on-court tensions with Angel Reese highlight growing scrutiny of officiating and the league's focus on star-driven narratives.

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Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts to a flagrant foul from Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22).
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Overview

  • The WNBA has launched an investigation into alleged racial remarks directed at Angel Reese following her heated exchange with Caitlin Clark during the season opener.
  • Caitlin Clark continues to set WNBA records, including tying for the most 20+ point, 10+ assist games in league history in just her second season.
  • The Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky opener drew a 25-year high in regular-season viewership, peaking at 3.1 million viewers, as the league ramps up Clark-Reese matchups to five games this season.
  • Criticism grows over long officiating reviews, with Clark calling delays “ruinous” to game flow after Indiana’s 91-90 loss to Atlanta.
  • Prominent voices, including Rachel DeMita, question whether the league’s emphasis on drama is overshadowing the basketball itself, while Dawn Staley defends the rivalry as beneficial for the sport.