Angel Reese Under Fire for Actions in Blowout Loss to Fever, Caitlin Clark

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Angel Reese, the standout rookie of the WNBA, is once again under the spotlight, but not for reasons she might have hoped. During a match on Friday, August 30, against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, Reese’s actions in the closing moments of the game drew significant criticism from fans and commentators alike.

Game Recap

• First Half: The Indiana Fever went into halftime with a narrow 5-point lead.
• Second Half: The Fever dominated, extending their lead to 27 points by late in the fourth quarter.
• Final Moments: Despite the game being decided, Reese remained on the floor, securing a WNBA record for the most double-doubles in a single season by a rookie, with a layup at 1:32 remaining.

Controversy

The way Reese achieved this milestone has sparked debate.

Key Points:

• Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports was one of the most vocal critics, pointing out that Reese stayed on the court long after Caitlin Clark had been pulled from the game. "Kinda funny watching Angel chase her double-double record during the final 4 minutes of a 30 pt blowout while Caitlin checked out 2 hours ago to a standing O on the road," Portnoy wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
• Fan Reactions: Other fans and commentators echoed Portnoy's sentiment, suggesting that Reese’s late-game actions cheapened the accomplishment.

Conclusion

Angel Reese, despite her remarkable rookie season, is now facing accusations of stat-padding. The debate raises questions about the integrity of such records and the sportsmanship displayed in pursuing them. As the WNBA season progresses, all eyes will be on Reese to see how she responds to this criticism.

Source: athlonsports