Angel Reese’s Outburst as Chicago Sky Ticket Prices Crash Without Caitlin Clark…
The WNBA’s 2025 season has been a whirlwind of drama, and at the center of the storm is the electrifying rivalry between Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese and Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. Their highly anticipated June 7 clash at the United Center was poised to be a blockbuster, with ticket prices soaring to $86 to witness the next chapter of their storied feud. But when news broke on May 26 that Clark would miss at least two weeks with a left quad strain, the market reacted swiftly—and brutally. Within 48 hours, ticket prices for the Sky-Fever showdown plummeted to a mere $25, a staggering 71% drop, according to TickPick data.
The collapse in ticket prices sent shockwaves through the league, but no one felt the sting more than Angel Reese. Sources close to the team reported that Reese, known for her fiery competitiveness, erupted in the locker room after hearing the news. “We’re stars too! Don’t act like she’s the only one fans came to see!” she allegedly shouted, her frustration echoing the sentiments of a team struggling to find its footing in a 0-3 season. Reese, who recently made WNBA history as the fastest player to reach 500 points and 500 rebounds, has been a dominant force, leading the league in rebounds despite the Sky’s early losses.
The price drop has reignited debates about the WNBA’s reliance on Clark’s star power. The Fever-Sky game, originally moved to the 21,000-seat United Center to accommodate surging demand, was expected to draw record crowds, fueled by the Clark-Reese rivalry that began in college with LSU’s 2023 national championship win over Iowa. Their May 17 matchup, a 93-58 Fever rout, set a viewership record with 2.7 million tuning in, the most-watched WNBA game in ESPN history. But Clark’s absence has exposed a harsh reality: her mainstream appeal drives ticket sales and ratings like no other, leaving players like Reese fighting for recognition in her shadow.
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Reese’s outburst also comes amid lingering tensions from the May 17 game, where allegations of racist fan behavior toward her surfaced after Clark’s flagrant foul. The WNBA’s investigation found no evidence to substantiate the claims, but the incident amplified scrutiny on the league’s handling of player safety and fan conduct. Reese’s mother publicly criticized Clark’s fanbase, adding fuel to the off-court drama.[]( without Clark, questions loom larger than ever: Is the WNBA’s soaring popularity tied too closely to one player? Reese, with her relentless energy and record-breaking performances, is proving she’s more than a supporting act. Yet, the plummeting ticket prices suggest fans may not agree. The league now faces a pivotal moment—celebrate its depth of talent or risk being defined by a single “golden name.” For Reese, it’s a challenge to prove her worth, on and off the court, in a game that’s bigger than any one star.
