The gaming world is buzzing louder than a broken NBA buzzer as NBA 2K25 teases WNBA fans with their first-ever look at the digital versions of rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. That’s right, the women who can drop buckets on the court will now be dropping your controller with their digital dominance.
Scheduled for release on September 6, NBA 2K25 finally adds these two human cheat codes, Clark and Reese, to the WNBA roster. Now fans get to embarrass their friends virtually just like the real Clark does in the WNBA, where she’s basically a points factory with a bonus assist here and there to keep things spicy. Indiana Fever should probably just rename themselves “The Caitlin Clark Show” at this point, as she’s clearly the one holding the ship afloat and steering it to playoff contention.
Meanwhile, Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky has been putting in work too—she’s grabbing rebounds like they owe her money. Reese’s inclusion in the game means you’ll have to deal with her suffocating defense and her rebounding dominance, both of which have turned her into a cornerstone for Chicago. Word of advice: don’t let your avatar go up for a rebound unless you’ve got a death wish or an ultra-wide virtual vertical leap.
The social media hype is reaching dangerous levels, with fans practically salivating at the thought of making the ultimate Clark-Reese match-up come to life. Some players are already drafting fanfiction-level storylines for their one-on-one games. If the digital stats are anything like real life, Clark might drop a 40-point bomb on you while Reese grabs all 40 of your missed shots just to rub it in. Can you handle it?
Statistically speaking, Clark’s been tearing it up for the Fever with 17.1 points per game and enough assists and rebounds to make sure everyone knows who the real MVP is. As for Reese, she’s putting up a respectable 13.5 points per game and gobbling up rebounds like they’re her last meal.
The Fever and the Sky are both clinging to playoff hopes like a cat to a curtain, with the Fever sitting at No. 7 and Chicago at No. 8. Both teams will face off against the Phoenix Mercury, who at this point might just be asking the basketball gods for mercy. Good luck Phoenix, you’re going to need it.
So buckle up, WNBA fans—NBA 2K25 is about to make your dreams of taking Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese to virtual glory a reality. Just be prepared for the inevitable controller-throwing rage when they completely dominate the court, leaving you wondering if they’re actually playing the game with you.