Angel Reese Speaks Her Mind on the Aggressive Flagrant Foul from Caitlin Clark
The intensity of the WNBA’s newest rivalry reached another level as Angel Reese addressed the controversial flagrant foul committed by Caitlin Clark during their heated season opener between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever.
Midway through the third quarter, tensions flared when Clark delivered a hard foul on Reese during a fast break — a play that was later reviewed and upgraded to a Flagrant 1. While the Fever dominated the game on the scoreboard, the physicality on the court told a different story.
Reese Doesn’t Hold Back
In the postgame press conference, Angel Reese didn’t mince words when asked about the foul:
“I’m not here to be disrespected, and I’m definitely not here to be quiet. We play physical — that’s part of the game. But there’s a line, and I feel like that was crossed.”
Reese, who finished the game with 12 points and 17 rebounds, maintained her composure but made it clear she won’t be backing down from physical play or from the spotlight.
A Brewing Rivalry
This isn’t the first time Clark and Reese have shared tense moments — their college matchups between LSU and Iowa lit up social media and captivated fans. Now that both are in the WNBA, the rivalry has followed them into the pros, and moments like this flagrant foul only add fuel to the fire.
Respect, but Not Fear
Despite the incident, Reese acknowledged Clark’s talent, saying, “She’s a great player. She knows how to get under your skin, and that’s part of her game. But I stand on mine, too.” It’s clear that while there may be mutual respect, the competition is as fierce as ever.
What’s Next?
With multiple matchups between the Sky and Fever still to come this season, fans can expect more fireworks — both in gameplay and in attitude. As the league continues to grow, rivalries like Clark vs. Reese are helping elevate the WNBA’s visibility and intensity.
One thing’s for sure: Angel Reese is not afraid to speak up — and she’s ready for whatever comes next.
