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Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark (Source: Angel Reese)
The ongoing saga between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark took a heartwarming turn that left fans pleasantly surprised. These two iconic stars, whose rivalry has been the subject of heated debates, showcased a different side of their relationship during the WNBA All-Star Game held in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 20.
This event marked a significant moment as it featured the brightest talents of Team WNBA facing off against the US Olympic women's basketball team. Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, who have been in the limelight since their college days, seized the opportunity to play together, rekindling memories of their intense 2023 NCAA Championship showdown.
On July 22, Angel Reese took to Instagram, sharing a series of images from the All-Star weekend, including a photo of her and Clark sharing a low-five. The caption, “All-Star Barbie Pt.2,” added a playful touch to the post. The images quickly went viral, amassing over 207k likes and a flood of supportive comments from fans.
Here is the post:
https://www.instagram.com/p/C9uxxECxCts/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
The post's reactions were overwhelmingly positive, with fans expressing their admiration and excitement. One fan described the photo as “one of the ones,” highlighting its memorable nature and the bond it captured. Another fan commented, “Proud of our All-Star!” reflecting the pride and joy felt by the supporters.
Clark and Reese made a record in the All-Star game!
Their individual success stories continued to shine brightly, with Clark setting a new All-Star rookie assist record and Angel Reese making history as the first rookie to record a double-double in an All-Star Game. Among the standout moments was Clark's perfect bounce pass to Reese, resulting in a smooth layup.
This play highlighted their on-court chemistry and hinted at a possible shift in their perceived rivalry. Despite the media's portrayal of their relationship, Clark downplayed the rivalry narrative in a June interview, stating, “I’m pretty sure the only people that view this as a rivalry are all of you. To us, it’s just a game of basketball.”