Clark got another victory over Reese in their first match-up in the WNBA.
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese reignited their college basketball rivalry in the WNBA this time for the first time as the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky went head to head, and it left Clark’s boyfriend Connor McCaffery far from displeased with the actions of Reese during her team’s loss.
The ex-Iowa Hawkeye has struggled to adapt to life in the professional game of basketball so far, only shooting for 20 or more points on two occasions as the league’s players look to make an example out of her since she’s regarded as the best talent around.
And that happened once again in the Fever’s 71-70 victory of the Sky when Chennedy Carter committed a rough foul before later taunting the 22-year-old, which got Reese celebrating from the bench, leaving Clark’s boyfriend quite annoyed.
Connor McCaffery took to X.com, formerly Twitter, to like a post that read, “Angel Reese hopping off the bench to throw a parade for Caitlin Clark’s murder is crazy lol,” although he did refrain from commenting directly himself.
At the time of the foul, Clark did appeal for the referees to review it and they called it a “common foul”, but the ex-Iowa Hawkeye wasn’t done talking about it yet as she explained how she reacted to the incident.
“I wasn’t expecting that,” said Clark, per Chloe Peterson on X. “But it’s just, ‘Respond, calm down and let your play do the talking.’ It is what it is.
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Although she later said, as per Bleacher Report, “That’s just not a basketball play.”
Whilst Carter responded with, “I ain’t answering no Caitlin Clark questions.”
The Fever left the court with their second win in their pocket whilst the Sky slipped below .500 in the Eastern Conference for the season following the 71-70 scoreline in favour of Caitlin Clark’s side, but how did she and Reese perform on a personal note?
Well, the overall first pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft posted 11 points, eight rebounds and six assists with one steal during her team’s win, whilst Reese delivered eight points, 13 rebounds and one assists with one steal in 30 minutes from her role as a forward.
WNBA Fans Are In Tears After Las Vegas Aces Leave Kate Martin Behind On Team Bus
Former Iowa Hawkeye and current Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin has quickly endeared herself to her new franchise.
Not only has Martin impressed on the court, but her carefree, team-first attitude has been apparent to her new teammates and coaches.
And Martin is also well aware that rookies need to be the butt of the joke at times; which is proven by her having to wear a pink Hello Kitty backpack to every away game that the Aces play.
Although martin had bigger worries than a pink backpack for the Aces’ most recent road trip.
Iowa’s Kate Martin waves to the crowd during a celebration of the Iowa women’s basketball team Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.
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On Tuesday evening, Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson posted a video to her Instagram story of the team bus driving away from their hotel.
Although Martin is not on the bus, but running behind it, trying desperately to make her way on.
“Don’t be late to the bus,” Wilson’s caption reads.
X users are having a field day with Martin’s mishap.
“HELPPPPP,” one fan wrote with a bunch of crying emojis, alongside screenshots of Martin running.
“made her do extra cardio,” another fan wrote.
This is yet another hilarious moment from Kate Martin’s iconic rookie season with the Aces.
Despite being named Caitlin Elizabeth Clark, she almost never uses her middle name publicly, leaving fans curious about this choice.
A rising star
Caitlin Clark’s rise to prominence in the basketball world has been meteoric. Born on January 22, 2002, in Des Moines, Iowa, she quickly made a name for herself with her incredible talent and relentless work ethic.
Clark’s high school career at Dowling Catholic High School was nothing short of spectacular, where she became one of the top prospects in the nation. She continued to shine at the University of Iowa, where her record-breaking performances and leadership on the court made her a standout player.
The enigma of the middle name “Elizabeth”
Despite her middle name being part of her official identity, Caitlin Clark rarely, if ever, uses “Elizabeth” in public or professional settings. This omission has sparked curiosity among fans and followers.
There isn’t much publicly available information explaining this choice. It’s not uncommon for athletes and public figures to prefer the simplicity of their first and last names, especially when the first name already commands recognition and respect.
“Caitlin Clark” is a name that resonates strongly in the basketball community, and adding a middle name might not seem necessary for her brand or personal preference.
