If you thought WNBA games were all about jump shots and buzzer-beaters, think again. The Indiana Fever turned their recent matchup against the Phoenix Mercury into a performance worthy of both the highlight reel and the comedy stage. Caitlin Clark, as usual, was the star of the show, dropping a casual 29 points and dishing out 10 assists in just over 35 minutes of court time. But what made the game truly unforgettable wasn’t just Clark’s stellar stats—it was an Indiana Fever announcer taking a cheeky swipe at none other than Angel Reese.
Picture this: The game is in its final moments, the Fever are cruising to a 98-89 victory, and Clark has just completed her double-double. Cue the announcer, who, with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer, suggests that Clark’s points-assist double-double is a much harder achievement than a points-rebound double-double. And who might be the WNBA’s queen of points-rebound double-doubles, you ask? Oh, just Angel Reese, who happens to lead the league with a jaw-dropping 18 double-doubles this season. No big deal.
The announcer’s comment—“Little easier to get the points-rebound double-double, especially in a 40-minute WNBA game than it is to points-assist double-doubles”—was clearly aimed at Reese. It’s like the announcer was saying, “Sure, Reese can grab rebounds all day, but can she dish out dimes like Clark?”
For those keeping score at home, Reese has been nothing short of spectacular in her rookie season. Not only did she surpass Candace Parker’s record for the most consecutive double-doubles in a single season, but she’s also making a strong case for Rookie of the Year, averaging 13.4 points and a league-best 12 rebounds per game. So while the announcer might think that racking up rebounds is a walk in the park, Reese’s stats suggest otherwise.
But hey, who doesn’t love a little playful rivalry? As the season progresses, fans will be glued to the Rookie of the Year race between Clark and Reese. Will it be the sharpshooting playmaker or the relentless rebounder who takes home the trophy? One thing’s for sure—this WNBA season just got a whole lot more entertaining, and we’ve got an Indiana Fever announcer to thank for that.
So, as you catch your breath after Clark’s latest dazzling performance, remember to stay tuned. Who knows what kind of shade will be thrown next in this season of WNBA drama?