The WNBA delivered an electrifying showdown on Friday night, with fans eagerly anticipating the clash between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark as the Chicago Sky took on the Indiana Fever. In a decisive 100-81 victory, Clark and the Fever outshined the Sky, leading many to believe that Clark has now pulled ahead in her ongoing rivalry with Reese.
However, despite the buzz around this competition and the idea that both players are driven by a desire to outdo each other, Clark remains focused on the bigger picture. She downplayed the importance of individual accolades, emphasizing her commitment to team success in the WNBA.
**Clark Unfazed by ROY Race**
The Rookie of the Year (ROY) race has added fuel to the rivalry, with many speculating that Clark is the frontrunner. Yet, she insists that individual awards are not her priority.
“Angel and I would both give you the same answer—individual awards aren’t what drive us,” Clark said after the game. “I know people think we wake up thinking about these things, but we don’t. Our focus is on getting our teams into the playoffs. It’s selfish to care only about personal accolades. If Angel wouldn’t say the same, I’d be surprised. Winning basketball games is what matters most.”
Since the WNBA resumed play, Clark has been in remarkable form, while the Sky have been struggling to find their footing.
