To the surprise of many, the referee only called a foul without a ball

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark makes a move around the defense of Chicago Sky guard Lindsay AllenAP

The rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese moved to the WNBA, in their first meeting in the professional league.

In an extremely intense and close game, the Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky by a close score of 71-70.

This game was not only notable for the close score, but also for the intensity with which it was played.

During this intense first meeting between WNBA rookies, Caitlin Clark was once again the victim of foul play, a situation that has been repeated in other games.

In a particularly hard play without the ball, the Sky’s Chennedy Carter went straight to Clark’s body and left her lying on the court.

 Immediately afterward Angel Reese hugs her teammate as if congratulating her for hitting Caitlin, does she really hate her that much?

To the surprise of many, the referee only called a foul without the ball. No flagrant, no sending off, just business as usual.

This decision left the Fever home crowd in uproar, expecting a more severe penalty for what appeared to be an unprovoked assault.

This gesture has sparked speculation that Reese really hates Clark enough to celebrate a hard foul against her. Reese’s action has been seen by many as a sign of the personal and professional rivalry that exists between the two players.

Paige Spiranac outraged by foul play against Caitlin Clark

Former golfer and social media star Paige Spiranacreacted to the foul play against Caitlin Clark in the Fever’s match against the Sky.

On her X account, Spiranac expressed her annoyance and anger at the harsh foul on an off-ball play against Clark.

Paige offers her thoughts on the hype surrounding Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut, acknowledging the immense anticipation it has sparked among fans.

She underscores the positive impact of Clark’s arrival on both the players and the league as a whole, recognizing the increased visibility and excitement she brings to the sport.

Clark’s entry into the professional arena not only amplifies the attention, but injects a fresh energy that resonates throughout the WNBA community.

“Imagine bringing millions of new fans to the game which in turn will make every player more money and yet they treat you like this. A rising tide lifts all boats.”

This first WNBA meeting between Clark and Reese promises to be just the beginning of a series of clashes filled with intensity and drama.

As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how this rivalry evolves and how the players handle the pressure both on and off the court.

Media attention and fans are anxious to see what will happen in the upcoming games between these two up-and-coming WNBA stars.