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- WNBA. Angel Reese loses again to Caitlin Clark: Her salary is less than the Fever star's
Since their shocking season opener, in which the Indiana Fever dismantled the Chicago Sky 93-58, it has become increasingly clear that Caitlin Clark and her teammates possess a substantial edge over Angel Reese's side in this budding rivalry.
Clark posted a triple-double - 20 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists - backed by a dominant effort from Aliyah Boston, confirming Indiana's offensive firepower and strategic depth.
Reese, in contrast, though resilient on the boards, struggled to impact the game as Chicago faltered.
In mid-June at the United Center, Chicago welcomed the Fever again - with Clark sidelined due to a quad injury. But without their star point guard, the Fever still cruised to a 79-52 win.
Reese managed only four points on 2-for-7 shooting, grabbing 12 rebounds, while veteran leaders stepped up to seal another lop-sided loss for Chicago.
This underscores the current gap between the teams - even in Clark's absence, Indiana's system and bench depth reign supreme.
Despite Reese's undeniable rebounding talent and her "barbie" persona igniting headlines since her LSU days, the Fever outperform the Sky on efficiency and execution. Statistical trends favor Indiana heavily: Clark's early season averages of 19 PPG, 9.3 APG, and 6 RPG make her the league's most complete guard, while Reese's 9.1 PPG and strong rebound numbers falter thanks to low shooting percentages.
Injuries complicate things for Indiana, with Clark out since May 26 - but reports suggest she could return as soon as June 10, and she's pacing her comeback carefully
Once healthy, the Fever's balance between sharp perimeter play and interior force gives them a dynamic edge the Sky haven't matched.
Indiana's full-court press: offensive dominance
Clark's explosive three-point range - at a blistering 31% clip pre-injury - and playmaking puts constant pressure on opposing defenses. Meanwhile, Boston and Kelsey Mitchell offer consistent scoring threats inside and on the arc.
Chicago's offense, centered on Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, lacks versatility; they fall behind when Reese is either neutralized or in foul trouble. The Sky's limited adaptability has led to a lopsided 5-1 head-to-head disadvantage since both rookies ed the league.
Ultimately, until Chicago dramatically upgrades its ing cast or Reese dramatically elevates her scoring consistency, Indiana's well-rounded roster - anchored by Clark's elite all-around game - will maintain the upper hand in this rivalry. The Fever's system thrives on balance and execution; the Sky still rely heavily on individual spark. That difference defines their current trajectory: Indiana is clearly ahead.