Reese's Dream fall in WNBA Finals as Clark releases children's book
The gist
Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese lost the WNBA Finals after leading 2-1, while Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark launched a children's book.
Both are up for a Nickelodeon award as abuse aimed at Reese's teammates draws condemnations.
How it unfolded
- Apr 2, 2023Reese's LSU Tigers beat Clark's Iowa Hawkeyes in the NCAA Women's Basketball Championship; Reese made a ring-finger gesture and flapped her arms as she left the court.
- Jun 16, 2024In Indiana's 91-83 win over Chicago, Reese's block attempt struck Clark across the head and officials upgraded a common foul to a flagrant 1. Reese said: "It was a basketball play. I can't control the refs."
- May 17, 2025Reese's second WNBA season opened with another confrontation with Clark at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.