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NEW RELEASED!! “Angel Reese Called Out? Caitlin Clark’s………”

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NEW RELEASED!! "Angel Reese Called Out? Caitlin Clark’s........."

Caitlin Clark’s agent recently conceded that the WNBA will likely never be able to pay the Indiana Fever star what she’s really worth – just one month before Angel Reese similarly bemoaned the modest salary she receives from the league yet again.

Speaking to ESPN on February 17, Excel Sports Management’s Erin Kane – who represents Napheesa Collier, Arike Ogunbowale and others in addition to Clark – acknowledged that the 23-year-old’s WNBA salary won’t ever reflect the actual impact she has on the league.

“Will Caitlin Clark ever be paid by the WNBA what she’s really worth to that league? I don’t think that’s possible,” Kane said. “She’s part of a larger player body. They all need to be paid more. She should be recognized for what she has done and what she’s brought to the league from an economic standpoint. It’s as simple as that.”

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LSU Tension? Flau’jae Johnson Clears the Air on Angel Reese

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LSU Tension? Flau’jae Johnson Clears the Air on Angel Reese

“But I still support her 1000 percent,” Flau’jae Johnson said when she confirmed the rift between her and her once bestie Angel Reese. And she’s standing by that statement loud and clear. When we talk about the biggest names in women’s college basketball in the recent years, three instantly come to mind—Big 4, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese. While Johnson and Reese were practically inseparable, Clark was always the rival on the other side of the court. But now that both Caitlin Clark and Reese have turned pro, things have changed—both on and off the court.

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BREAKING!! “Angel Reese Fires Back at WNBA Salaries”

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BREAKING!! "Angel Reese Fires Back at WNBA Salaries"

Jan 19, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Angel Reese (5) of the Rose takes a moment against the Vinyl during a timeout in the first half of the Unrivaled women’s professional 3v3 basketball league at Wayfair Arena. Mandatory Credit.

One of the biggest stars to play in the upstart Unrivaled League was Angel Reese. The WNBA star decided to play and was able to play a significant role for her team.

Reese played for the Rose Basketball Club. Her team was able to win the championship in the first year of the league. The other teammates on her 3×3 team were happy to win the bonus that comes with winning it all.

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NEW RELEASED!! “Why Angel Reese Isn’t Sharing—$50K Stays With Her?”

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NEW RELEASED!! "Why Angel Reese Isn’t Sharing—$50K Stays With Her?"

Although Reese was sidelined during the playoffs due to a wrist injury, her dominant defensive play throughout the season earned her the Unrivaled Defensive Player of the Year award, cementing her impact on the team’s success.

Naturally, when the championship bonus landed, Reese took to social media to express her excitement, posting: “50K NEED DATTTTT.”

That’s when Indiana Fever guard Sydney Colson decided to poke fun at Reese’s sudden financial boost and playfully reached out.

“Hey angel girl, just wanted to check in and see how ur doing and just let u know I’m here for u if u need anything…esp if u need to get rid of 50k by tomorrow or anything like that…” Colson joked on X.

Reese, however, wasn’t about to give up her hard-earned cash that easily. She quickly clapped back with a humorous but firm response, making it clear that every dollar was accounted for.

“Hey sista. I’m doing well. Just won 50K on a flight. I know you are VERY aware & I’m sorry to break it to you but I’m on a rookie contract & that 50K was a little more than half of my contract so I have to keep that to myself…. Sorry. give me a few years and I gotchu. Be well.”

Financial issues

Angel Reese has never been shy about addressing the pay gap in the WNBA, and she recently made it clear just how little her league salary contributes to her overall income. Despite signing a standard rookie contract with the Chicago Sky worth $73,439, R

eese revealed that her monthly rent alone is a staggering $8,000-a figure that puts her entire WNBA salary into perspective.

“Hatin’ pays them bills, baby… I hope y’all know the WNBA don’t pay my bills at all. I don’t even think that pays one of my bills,” Reese candidly admitted, highlighting the stark reality many female basketball players face when compared to their male counterparts in the NBA

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Complex Under Scrutiny for Angel Reese’s Spot

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Complex Under Scrutiny for Angel Reese’s Spot

It’s safe to say fans and followers didn’t like Complex’s latest ranking of female athletes.

Recently, the major publication named the top 10 most influential female athletes today. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark landed at the No. 1 spot, followed by Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese. Meanwhile, seven-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles ended up at the No. 3 spot, behind the two WNBA youngsters.

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“Angel Reese’s Controversial Podcast Invite: What’s Really Going On?”

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"Angel Reese's Controversial Podcast Invite: What’s Really Going On?"

Angel Reese found herself at the center of controversy this week after announcing that she would be featuring rapper DaBaby on her podcast, Unapologetically Angel. The Chicago Sky forward has built a strong platform through her podcast, but her latest guest selection sparked heated reactions from fans due to DaBaby‘s past controversies.

Reese initially shared a teaser of the upcoming episode on her X account, but the post was quickly deleted. However, that didn’t stop fans from reacting, with many questioning why she would give a platform to the rapper, who faced widespread backlash in 2021 after making offensive remarks about women and the LGBTQ+ community during his performance at Rolling Loud.

“Who is advising Angel Reese on this podcast guest? Cause honestly, why in the entire world would anyone, especially women, whom I thought was her audience, wanna hear from DaBaby?” one fan wrote.

Another fan criticized Reese‘s decision, referencing her past associations, “If there’s one big flaw about Angel Reese as a person, she’s about a bag no matter the optics or outlook it has against her brand. Interviewing DaBaby when you’ve had a relationship with Meg… is a bad look.”

Others were quick to point out that Reese may not have fully considered the potential backlash: “Wait, Angel Reese invited DaBaby on her podcast? Sis flew too close to the sun. These girls don’t know the rules,” another user remarked.

Reese’s podcast success

Since launching Unapologetically Angel last year, Reese has featured a variety of high-profile guests, including Shaquille O’Neal, Kayla Nicole, Gabrielle Union, Dwyane Wade and DiJonai Carrington. One of her most talked-about episodes featured Kayla Nicole, the model and sports journalist who previously dated Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce.

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Angel Reese Issues WNBA Boycott Warning

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Angel Reese Issues WNBA Boycott Warning

Angel Reese, one of the brightest rising stars in women’s basketball, has sent shockwaves through the sports world by threatening to boycott WNBA games due to low player salaries. Known for her dominant presence on the court and outspoken personality, Reese is using her platform to shed light on the financial struggles faced by many WNBA players. Her bold stance has sparked widespread conversation about pay inequality in professional sports.

Reese’s frustrations echo a long-standing issue in women’s basketball. While the WNBA continues to grow in popularity, players’ salaries remain significantly lower compared to their NBA counterparts. Many athletes are forced to play overseas during the offseason to supplement their income. For a high-profile player like Reese to speak out signals a potential turning point in the ongoing fight for fair compensation.

In a recent interview, Reese made it clear that she is willing to take action if things do not change. “We work just as hard as the men, yet we’re not paid our worth,” she stated firmly. Her words have resonated with both fans and fellow players, many of whom have voiced support for her position. Social media has exploded with discussions, with hashtags like #PayWNBAPlayers trending across platforms.

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Did Caitlin Clark Rise to the Challenge? Fever Fall to Aces in Intense Matchup

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Did Caitlin Clark Rise to the Challenge? Fever Fall to Aces in Intense Matchup

The Indiana Fever nearly pulled off a comeback, but ultimately fell short of the Las Vegas Aces on Friday night, 78-74.

Caitlin Clark was scoreless at one point in the third quarter, but she caught fire and scored 14 points in that period alone. She finished with 18 points, 10 assists and 8 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell led the team with 20 points.

Indiana fell to 19-19 this season. Here is Chloe Peterson’s quick story from the game. We’ll have more coverage soon.

Want more Fever coverage? Follow Chloe Peterson and subscribe to IndyStar’s Fever newsletter. Want to remember this season forever? Pre-order our book on Clark’s rookie season.

Record breaker: Caitlin Clark of Indiana Fever breaks Alyssa Thomas’ WNBA record for assists in a season

Final: Las Vegas Aces outlast Indiana Fever

The Fever had a chance to tie things up but Aliyah Boston missed a 3-pointer with 16 seconds left. Chelsea Gray made both free throw attempts to extend the lead to 5. Temi Fagbenle made a layup with 4 seconds left. But Gray went back to the free throw line and made 1 of 2 attempts.

Caitlin Clark finished with 18 points, 10 assists and 8 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell led the way with 20 points.

Aces 78, Fever 74

0:23.1 left 4Q: Indiana Fever have chance to tie things up

Aliyah Boston made a jumper at 2:25 to pull Indiana within 2 points. A’ja Wilson, the two-time MVP who is a heavy favorite to win her third award this season, went to the free throw line at 2:05 and made both attempts.

Caitlin Clark made a layup at 1:48 to cut Las Vegas’ lead to 72-70. Indiana got the ball back and Clark tried for a 3 but couldn’t find the bottom of the net. Kelsey Plum made a huge 3 with 56 seconds left. Damiris Dantas answered with a basket at 0:42.2. She’s up to 9 points.

Aces 75, Fever 72

2:57 left 4Q: Indiana Fever trail Las Vegas Aces late in fourth quarter

The Fever haven’t made a field goal since the 9:41 mark. Free throw shooting has also been a problem tonight. Indiana is 9 for 18 (50%).

Aces 69, Fever 64

5:43 left 4Q: Indiana Fever within 5 points of Las Vegas Aces

Damiris Dantas tied it at 60-60 with a 3-pointer at 9:41. Chelsea Gray made a layup at 8:26 to give Las Vegas the lead again. Kelsey Plum hit a 3 at 7:33 to extend the lead to 65-60.

Aces 65, Fever 60

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What Did She Say? Kate Martin’s Reaction to Angel Reese Drama Sparks Buzz

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What Did She Say? Kate Martin’s Reaction to Angel Reese Drama Sparks Buzz

Rising second-year WNBA players Kate Martin and Angel Reese are both participating in the inaugural season of the Unrivaled league — a new opportunity for women’s professional basketball players to earn money and hone their craft during the WNBA offseason.

Back in January, Martin’s Laces BC team matched up against Reese and the Roses. At one point during the 3v3 contest, Martin fouled Reese on a fast-break layup and sent her crashing to the floor.

Given the nature of their college basketball rivalry, this clip went viral on social media. Martin, a former Iowa teammate of Caitlin Clark, famously matched up against Reese and the LSU Tigers in the 2022-23 national championship game.

After this foul, a social media user on Instagram falsely reported that Reese wanted Martin kicked out of the Unrivaled league over this foul incident.

Martin directly addressed this false report with a strong message.

“Hey man, that post about Angel wanting me out of Unrivaled is completely untrue,” Martin wrote in a direct message to the Instagram user. “I try to stay out of social media BS but I couldn’t let that one slide. I don’t like misinformation like that out there.”

Martin directly addressed this false report with a strong message.

“Hey man, that post about Angel wanting me out of Unrivaled is completely untrue,” Martin wrote in a direct message to the Instagram user. “I try to stay out of social media BS but I couldn’t let that one slide. I don’t like misinformation like that out there.”

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Angel Reese Hit with Shocking News from a Close Family Member

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Angel Reese Hit with Shocking News from a Close Family Member

WNBA rising star Angel Reese, known for her fierce competitiveness and unapologetic style on the court, is now facing a personal challenge off the hardwood. While fans have followed her impressive career closely, recent reports suggest that Reese has received disappointing news from a close family member. This unexpected development has sparked concern among her supporters, leaving many wondering how it might impact the young athlete’s future both personally and professionally.

Although the details remain private, sources close to the situation hint that the news has been emotionally taxing for Reese. Known for her resilience and ability to overcome obstacles, the basketball sensation is no stranger to adversity. However, when it comes to family, even the strongest individuals can feel the weight of tough circumstances. Despite the personal setback, Reese continues to maintain a public image of strength, though insiders suggest that this news has deeply affected her behind the scenes.

As Angel Reese navigates this challenging chapter, one thing is clear—her fans and loved ones stand firmly by her side. Whether this news will affect her performance on the court remains to be seen, but if her track record is any indication, she will channel her emotions into further success. For now, supporters remain hopeful that Reese will find strength in her family and continue to rise above the difficulties she faces. With the WNBA season underway, all eyes are on Angel Reese as she proves, once again, that no obstacle is too great for her to overcome.

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