Recently, Angel Reese has taken a swipe at Caitlyn Clark, criticizing her decision to sign a lucrative European contract and accusing her of being “money-minded and greedy.” But honestly, this is just the latest chapter in what has become a personal campaign by Reese to tear Caitlyn down. From trash talk—something Angel seems to have made her brand—to playing the race card, claiming Caitlyn only gets attention because of her skin color, it’s clear that this feud runs deep.
It doesn’t stop at words either. Reese has been throwing shade at Caitlyn all season, and her aggression on the court has made people question whether she’s more suited for a WWE career than professional basketball. Physical altercations and verbal spats? They’ve become part of the Angel Reese experience.
But what’s really telling is how Reese can’t seem to decide whether she wants to be the villain or the victim. One day she’s playing up the “bad girl” persona, and the next, she’s painting herself as someone who’s misunderstood. Now, with Caitlyn poised to head to Europe and cash in on her immense talent, Angel can’t seem to handle it. She’s accusing Caitlyn of greed, but the irony is glaring—especially when you hear Angel talking about her own salary and how hard it is to pay her $8,000 rent.
Let’s break it down: Caitlyn Clark is out there shattering records, becoming one of the most recognizable faces in women’s basketball. Europe sees her worth and is ready to reward her accordingly. Yet Angel’s out here crying foul, painting Caitlyn as ungrateful for not sticking with the WNBA. But who’s really being ungrateful here? Caitlyn’s been underpaid while she’s elevated the league’s profile, and she’s just looking for respect and fair compensation—something the WNBA hasn’t been able to offer.
The hypocrisy here is almost artful. While Angel is busy with modeling gigs and Instagram selfies, she’s slamming Caitlyn for chasing money. But let’s be real—Angel’s also making bank off her brand, and she has no problem with that. The difference? Caitlyn’s focus has always been on the game, and now that she’s exploring options to get paid what she’s worth, suddenly she’s the villain?
Caitlyn Clark is simply doing what any smart, ambitious athlete would do—seeking out opportunities where her talent is valued. And Europe is more than ready to treat her right, unlike the WNBA, which has consistently underpaid and underappreciated its top players. The WNBA might be growing, with record-breaking viewership and merch sales this season, but the fact remains that its biggest star, Caitlyn, is being grossly underpaid for her contributions.
Caitlyn is a walking basketball legend in the making, and she’s earned the right to explore better financial opportunities, especially when the WNBA can’t seem to give her the respect or stability she deserves. Meanwhile, Angel can keep throwing shade from the sidelines, but Caitlyn’s the one making real moves. Angel’s jealousy is transparent, and it’s clear that she knows she can’t keep up with the pace Caitlyn is setting.
As Caitlyn Clark looks to Europe for a more fitting paycheck and a place where her talents are fully appreciated, Angel Reese’s complaints come off as little more than sour grapes. Caitlyn is building a legacy, and she’s doing what’s necessary to secure her future. Angel, on the other hand, is left pointing fingers and throwing shade, but it’s Caitlyn who’s making history—both on and off the court.