The perceived rivalry between WNBA rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese has been fueled by fans and social media, despite both players affirming there's no animosity between them. Cheryl Miller and Nancy Lieberman have both praised their talent and condemned the false narrative of a feud. Reese has spoken out about the harassment and racism she has faced from Clark's fans, which she discussed on her podcast 'Unapologetically Angel'. Stephen A. Smith and other analysts have criticized the behavior of fans, while some commentators, like Dan Dakich, have dismissed Reese's claims as unfounded. The ongoing discourse reflects broader issues of racism and sexism in sports fandom.