The Indiana Fever matchup with the Atlanta Dream was a statement game by Angel Reese

Angel Reese after her
thousandth rebound
and scoring 

By Alberta Parish 

In the 3rd matchup of the season on Saturday, the Indiana Fever faced off against the Atlanta Dream in State Farm Arena where Angel Reese became the fastest player to reach one thousand rebounds in her professional career. 

South Carolina's head coach Dawn Staley was joined by associate head coach Lisa Boyer at the game to cheer on their Gamecocks players, which also included Fever rookie guard Raven Johnson who is from Atlanta.

Reese who led the Dream with 21 points and 11 rebounds on Thursday entered today's matchup with an energy that lit up her team, as the Dream secured the win, 113-96. This is the highest points scored by the Dream this season, which also set a franchise record. 

Caitlin Clark, who came out firing from all cylinders in the first half, had a lackluster performance in the 3rd quarter, as she turned the ball over five times, which led to instant offense by the Dream, ending the 3rd quarter with a 10-point lead. 

Jordin Canada's defense on Clark led to turnovers and instant offense on the other end of the floor, as Clark was held to 8 points and 0 assists in the 3rd quarter. Clark, who was efficient in the first half, looked very inefficient in the 2nd half of the game. Offensive rebounds by Reese turned the momentum. Kelsey Mitchell's missed layups, and a block by Reese as Mitchell drove to the basket put the icing on the cake.

Clark, having 7 turnovers in today's game, ended with 26 points, 7 assists, and 3 rebounds. Aliyah Boston, 13 points, 6 assists, and 9 rebounds. Mitchell, 16 points, 3 assists, and 3 rebounds. 

Rhyne Howard, 24 points, 3 assists, and 4 rebounds. Allisha Gray, 22 points, 1 assist, and 5 rebounds. Reese, 18 points, 8 rebounds, 1 block, 2 steals, and 1 assist.

Jason Whitlock, Shannon Sharpe👉🏽👉🏼Stay Over There On That Side! Angel Reese is doing fine without you.

Angel Reese
Gainbridge Fieldhouse June 18

By Alberta Parish

Amazing how all of a sudden Jason Whitlock, Shannon Sharpe and others in the mainstream media have now changed their tune regarding Angel Reese and the true impact she is having on the WNBA not only a dominant scorer but also one of the greatest defensive players in the game today. 

Angel Reese, an NCAA champion from LSU, has been having a monster season with her new team, the Atlanta Dream after having spent two seasons in Chicago where she also dominated putting up multiple double-double games with the Sky organization even in the midst of constant criticism from the Chicago media and social media, many of whom hated Reese due to the famous ring finger gesture she gave her college rival Caitlin Clark after she and LSU clinched the 2023 national title.

As an Atlanta native, I am truly proud of her, and her very presence in this city brings a sense of pride, considering the many failures by our local government officials, many of whom have aligned themselves with the policies of the President.

I was there from the very beginning of the social media narratives that were endlessly against Angel Reese not only in her final year with LSU but also after she entered the WNBA. Clark vs. Reese was constant social media fodder, which always painted Reese in a negative light and Clark in a positive one. 

As ESPN commentators & sports analysts like Stephen A. Smith and others repetitively leaned into the social media narratives that seemed to drive the headlines a lot more back then, I remember the false narratives that permeated the league, and engulfed players that never even made headline news. 

But as time reveals all things, people are now drawing comparisons, and they're seeing the truth not only of Reese's game but also Caitlin Clark's. One player dominates the league in scoring and defensive plays whenever the referees aren't throwing games, and the other who seems to have lost her shooting touch spends time stat padding during games where she also puts up poor defensive performances on a nightly basis while throwing temper tantrums at officials, her coach Stephanie White, and teammates. 

Caitlin Clark's on-court antics have become legendary, as there are countless viral moments that highlights her petty and poor attitude displayed on a routinely basis.

Angel Reese, who is no stranger to viral moments, was traded by the Chicago Sky before the start of the 2026 season. Jeff Pagliocca, the Chicago Sky's General Manager, fired one-year head coach Teresa Weatherspoon before the start of the 2025 season, and hired Tyler Marsh who was an assistant coach for the Las Vegas Aces. The Chicago media further made matters worse with the hit pieces against Reese, whom the team also blamed for locker room issues. But what beat writers like Annie Costabile and others didn't say was Reese did not believe the way the team was constructed that they'd be actual championship contenders anytime soon. She wanted a better constructed roster to give the Sky a better chance at competing for a championship.

Reese's brand has become bigger than Caitlin Clark's not only due to Reese's dominance on the court but also due to her winning performances, personality, and leadership both on and off the court. But die-hard fans of Clark, some of whom are also content creators, will never tell you the truth, not only about Reese's game but also Clark's waning popularity, and lack of dominance on the court. Not only has Indiana Fever ticket sales dipped but Clark's having trouble selling out home games since the start of this season. Clark, who is tauted as the needle mover, is having problems selling out arenas! Now, that is a narrative many Clark fans and supporters won't write or talk about. That is the real story. Caitlin Clark is failing to sell out arenas due to waning popularity! 

The machine put their money behind Clark's ability to not only sell out arenas but also keep the money rolling in through television advertisements, ratings, social media, and mainstream headlines. But if the public sees consistently a petulant, spoiled athlete who doesn't dominate the game through her play but consistently whines to officials and berates them, what long-term impact will this have on the product? People ultimately wants to see a winner. A'ja Wilson winning championships is the brand. Breanna Stewart winning championships is the best marketing strategy for her brand.

The WNBA and Cathy Engelbert knows Angel Reese has become bigger than the league. But they don't want to see another A'ja Wilson as the face of the league because they have been put all their investments behind ensuring Caitlin Clark becomes the new face of the league. The problem is Caitlin's not a winner like Wilson, Reese, Stewart, or Sabrina Ionescu. She has failed to live up to the hype of a number one overall draft pick. 

Clark, who is the NCAA all-time leading scorer for the University of Iowa, has failed to dominate the league. Meanwhile, Angel Reese, whom critics like Jason Whitlock have repeatedly said was failing to make layups and is the worst player in the league, are now switching sides to praise Reese after her dominant win against the Indiana Fever Thursday night on prime time. And it just looks disingenuous at this point. It reeks of him having gotten the memo by the bosses because perhaps, they're seeing the value in Reese. Perhaps, it could be financially beneficial for him in some way to support Reese while moving away from the Caitlin Clark brand. But stay over there on that side, Jason! Reese doesn't need you now, and neither does her brand. Neither does Clark care about any of you! Stay over there on that side because we all know that's where you want to be. 

Clark's fanbase has increased your pockets, and made you a household name. A lot of Reese's fans waited for you, Jason, to speak the truth. You blew so many opportunities to speak the truth about the real Angel Reese being a dominant player in the league but you chose the Caitlin Clark fans' narratives. You chose to relinquish your integrity for the fake narratives coming from Clark's fanbase. Many of them don't really know women's basketball, as they've never watched the WNBA prior to Caitlin Clark. 

Caitlin Clark content creators are not even taken seriously anymore. In fact, players and coaches around the league are quietly purging them from their spaces. 

Scott Agness, a long-time independent Fever/Pacers beat writer, had his press credentials revoked by the team on May 21. Other beat writers like Annie Costabile and James Boyd who cover the Fever are employed by the Athletic. But Agness was an independent journalist. I won't be surprised if the league starts to go after accounts/channels who report malicious and blatantly false information like many Caitlin Clark content creators.

Apparently, Scott Agness was seen as no different than a regular content creator on social media!

June 9, 2026

By Alberta Parish 

When I was blocked on social media X by Caitlin Clark over a year ago, her fans and those within the Fever organization itself laughed at my expense. With one click of a button, I was no longer a relevant fan of Caitlin Clark, was ostracized by her racist fans, and slandered as a stalker. But unlike Scott Agness, I never had the privileges he enjoyed as a credentialed beat writer for the Fever, and having full access to the team. Perhaps, the team saw me only as an overzealous fan of Clark who was trying to build my platform off her fandom and name. 

As a former die-hard fan of Caitlin, I sang her praises with each logo shot and bullet pass, as she seemed flawless in threading the needle. Then, when she entered the WNBA, I defended her against known and unknown enemies even though I did not know the full story, or the circumstances involved. Chaos and trouble seems to follow Clark, as she likes to play the victim in each situation. However, in her 3rd season with the Fever, Clark is no longer believable as the victim. Only as the main perpetuator. She's no longer believable by many of her own fans. Her star has dimmed. And now, insiders within the Fever organization are talking to the press like Dan Dakich, and spilling the tea on Clark's attitude and behavior. They've had enough of Clark, and so have many of her longtime fans. 

While at Iowa, Clark's on-court antics are well-known, and some of her former teammates suffered in silence putting up with her entitled and spoiled behavior. Then, the Fever inherited the problem. 

Longtime die-hard fans of Clark did nothing to curb her horrible behavior in Iowa. New fans of Clark continue to make excuses for her while she is openly having mental meltdowns on the court, screaming in the face of referees, and blowing up on the sidelines at her coach Stephanie White and assistant coach Briann January. 

The truth is necessary in this moment. Because Caitlin Clark needs to hear the truth. She doesn't need fans and the media continuing to coddle her and excuse her horrible behavior whether on the court or off the court. 

I don't care about the logo buzzer beater against the Washington Mystics on June 8, 2026. Will Clark's behavior change for the better or get worse in each situation she lands herself in? Whether she remains a Fever next season or is traded to another team, she still has to grow up.

Clark's rude behavior whether to staff members or players will not be tolerated in another organization. She has to do the work to change what type of person she will become moving forward. Right now, the person vs. the player is all one and the same. If she's an asshole on the court, she is also one off the court. 

Scott Agness should never have lost his credentials as a longtime reporter for the Pacers/Fever. If Caitlin Clark had spoken up for Agness, maybe he would not have had his credentials revoked. Do you know how painful it is to build these relationships within an organization only for that organization to give you the middle finger as if that tenure doesn't mean something? Apparently, Agness wasn't treated with the same kind of respect a journalist from a reputable organization like Fox Sports or ESPN is treated. What a shame?

Is Caitlin Clark exactly what Dan Dakich quoted from insiders close to the Fever organization?

 

June 9, 2026

By Alberta Parish 

As a former die-hard fan of Caitlin Clark who once really admired her, I have to say that Clark has become a major problem in her organization. Her on-court antics have recently come under fire in the media, as she has shown a consistent lack of leadership whether she's scoring the ball, or sitting on the bench during huddles.

Recently, Clark came under fire for her sideline altercation with her coach, Stephanie White. Just weeks prior, Clark was also seen having a moment with assistant coach Briann January while Clark appeared visibly upset with her. However, this was not their only sideline spat. During the 2025 season, while Clark sat out the season due to injuries, she was seen on the sidelines with Sophie Cunningham as they appeared annoyed with January for asking them to sit down. 

Briann January, a former defensive juggernaut and WNBA champion with the Indiana Fever, was trying to keep the team from getting a technical foul. That is her job. This raised flags among a lot of fans. But during that time, there was no ESPN story talking about it. The press mainly ignored a lot of Clark's antics. That is, until now. 

Clark, once hailed as the savior of the WNBA, has recently been called out by members of the press including Dan Dakich, who has close ties to insiders within the Fever organization. Dakich, a former Indiana Hoosier who also served as an assistant coach, took to his podcast Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich, and pretty harshly called out Clark for her antics, her behavior, and stated there are sources whom he quoted stating that Clark's "a pain in the a$$ diva", and that Stephanie White thinks she's an absolute menace who knows Clark got Christie Sides fired. 

Most recently Scott Agness had his Fever press credentials revoked for the spread of "inaccurate and unsubstantiated" information regarding Clark's injury prior to the Portland Fire vs. Fever game on May 20. The Fever beat the Portland Fire, 90-73 without Clark in the lineup. 

Agness's dismissal has also come under heavy scrutiny by fans and critics alike, as the Fever continues to stand by their decision. 

If I were an independent journalist covering the WNBA, I would be pissed looking at this story. I don't see how Chloe Peterson, James Boyd, and others are really going to feel completely comfortable covering Caitlin Clark and the Fever.

As a former fan, I am appalled at some of the things I've learned about Clark's behavior behind the scenes, and when the cameras aren't watching.

The Fever organization has a tough decision to make in the weeks and possibly months ahead. Do they want to keep this player who has brought more eyes and national coverage to the franchise and the league? Or cut their losses? And go back to 4,000 fans in the stands? I don't really think this relationship between the Front Office and Caitlin Clark is salvageable. But then, what do I know? I'm just a regular women's basketball fan. 

Clark recently took a veiled shot at people whom could be concluded to be those who watch the game, are genuine women's basketball fans, her fans, and those who cover the game saying, "People that just sit on their phones all day, they don't see those moments... But they think they know everything, and in reality, they don't have a clue."

Clark, who has come across to many fans and critics alike as a petulant, oafish, and spoiled brat doesn't seem to take public criticism very well these days. But as all egotistical athletes believe that everyone should praise them, you have to be ready for public scrutiny when you show up your coaches on the sidelines during games. You know those cameras are there, Caitlin! So, be ready to take the bitter with the sweet when you operate in an unprofessional manner while the cameras are watching.

I don't think Scott Agness deserved such an overreactionary response to getting his Fever credentials revoked for reporting information he claims to have received directly from a credible source. Should the Fever also ban all independent journalists then? While you're at it, ban social media content creators, also. Problem solved. As long as social media exists, those stories will be written whether you like them or not. Blasting social media and fans who happen to be content creators as well is not going to make you a better person or human being, Caitlin! You remind me of the President. And I don't like it. 

Will Caitlin Clark remain in Indiana?

 

June 9, 2026

By Alberta Parish 

As a former die-hard fan of Caitlin Clark who once really admired her, I have to say that Clark has become a major problem in her organization. Her on-court antics have recently come under fire in the media, as she has shown a consistent lack of leadership whether she's scoring the ball, or sitting on the bench during huddles.

Recently, Clark came under fire for her sideline altercation with her coach, Stephanie White. Just weeks prior, Clark was also seen having a moment with assistant coach Briann January while Clark appeared visibly upset with her. However, this was not their only sideline spat. During the 2025 season, while Clark sat out the season due to injuries, she was seen on the sidelines with Sophie Cunningham as they appeared annoyed with January for asking them to sit down. 

Briann January, a former defensive juggernaut and WNBA champion with the Indiana Fever, was trying to keep the team from getting a technical foul. That is her job. This raised flags among a lot of fans. But during that time, there was no ESPN story talking about it. The press mainly ignored a lot of Clark's antics. That is, until now. 

Clark, once hailed as the savior of the WNBA, has recently been called out by members of the press including Dan Dakich, who has close ties to insiders within the Fever organization. Dakich, a former Indiana Hoosier who also served as an assistant coach, took to his podcast Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich, and pretty harshly called out Clark for her antics, her behavior, and stated there are sources whom he quoted stating that Clark's "a pain in the a$$ diva", and that Stephanie White thinks she's an absolute menace who knows Clark got Christie Sides fired. 

Most recently Scott Agness had his Fever press credentials revoked for the spread of "inaccurate and unsubstantiated" information regarding Clark's injury prior to the Portland Fire vs. Fever game on May 20. The Fever beat the Portland Fire, 90-73 without Clark in the lineup. 

Agness's dismissal has also come under heavy scrutiny by fans and critics alike, as the Fever continues to stand by their decision. 

If I were an independent journalist covering the WNBA, I would be pissed looking at this story. I don't see how Chloe Peterson, James Boyd, and others are really going to feel completely comfortable covering Caitlin Clark and the Fever.

As a former fan, I am appalled at some of the things I've learned about Clark's behavior behind the scenes, and when the cameras aren't watching.

The Fever organization has a tough decision to make in the weeks and possibly months ahead. Do they want to keep this player who has brought more eyes and national coverage to the franchise and the league? Or cut their losses? And go back to 4,000 fans in the stands? I don't really think this relationship between the Front Office and Caitlin Clark is salvageable. But then, what do I know? I'm just a regular women's basketball fan. 

Clark recently took a veiled shot at people whom could be concluded to be those who watch the game, are genuine women's basketball fans, her fans, and those who cover the game saying, "People that just sit on their phones all day, they don't see those moments... But they think they know everything, and in reality, they don't have a clue."

Clark, who has come across to many fans and critics alike as a petulant, oafish, and spoiled brat doesn't seem to take public criticism very well these days. But as all egotistical athletes believe that everyone should praise them, you have to be ready for public scrutiny when you show up your coaches on the sidelines during games. You know those cameras are there, Caitlin! So, be ready to take the bitter with the sweet when you operate in an unprofessional manner while the cameras are watching.

I don't think Scott Agness deserved such an overreactionary response to getting his Fever credentials revoked for reporting information he claims to have received directly from a credible source. Should the Fever also ban all independent journalists then? While you're at it, ban social media content creators, also. Problem solved. As long as social media exists, those stories will be written whether you like them or not. Blasting social media and fans who happen to be content creators as well is not going to make you a better person or human being, Caitlin! You remind me of the President. And I don't like it. 

Has Caitlin Clark become unmanageable by the Fever Front Office?

June 9, 2026

By Alberta Parish 

As a former die-hard fan of Caitlin Clark who once really admired her, I have to say that Clark has become a major problem in her organization. Her on-court antics have recently come under fire in the media, as she has shown a consistent lack of leadership whether she's scoring the ball, or sitting on the bench during huddles. 

Recently, Clark came under fire for her sideline altercation with her coach, Stephanie White. Just weeks prior, Clark was also seen having a moment with assistant coach Briann January while Clark appeared visibly upset with her. However, this was not their only sideline spat. During the 2025 season, while Clark sat out the season due to injuries, she was seen on the sidelines with Sophie Cunningham as they appeared annoyed with January for asking them to sit down. 

Briann January, a former defensive juggernaut and WNBA champion with the Indiana Fever, was trying to keep the team from getting a technical foul. That is her job. This raised flags among a lot of fans. But during that time, there was no ESPN story talking about it. The press mainly ignored a lot of Clark's antics. That is, until now. 

Clark, once hailed as the savior of the WNBA, has recently been called out by members of the press including Dan Dakich, who has close ties to insiders within the Fever organization. Dakich, a former Indiana Hoosier who also served as an assistant coach, took to his podcast Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich, and pretty harshly called out Clark for her antics, her behavior, and stated there are sources whom he quoted stating that Clark's "a pain in the a$$ diva", and that Stephanie White thinks she's an absolute menace who knows Clark got Christie Sides fired. 

Most recently Scott Agness had his Fever press credentials revoked for the spread of "inaccurate and unsubstantiated" information regarding Clark's injury prior to the Portland Fire vs. Fever game on May 20. The Fever beat the Portland Fire, 90-73 without Clark in the lineup. 

Agness's dismissal has also come under heavy scrutiny by fans and critics alike, as the Fever continues to stand by their decision. 

If I were an independent journalist covering the WNBA, I would be pissed looking at this story. I don't see how Chloe Peterson, James Boyd, and others are really going to feel completely comfortable covering Caitlin Clark and the Fever.

As a former fan, I am appalled at some of the things I've learned about Clark's behavior behind the scenes, and when the cameras aren't watching.

The Fever organization has a tough decision to make in the weeks and possibly months ahead. Do they want to keep this player who has brought more eyes and national coverage to the franchise and the league? Or cut their losses? And go back to 4,000 fans in the stands? I don't really think this relationship between the Front Office and Caitlin Clark is salvageable. But then, what do I know? I'm just a regular women's basketball fan. 

Clark recently took a veiled shot at people whom could be concluded to be those who watch the game, are genuine women's basketball fans, her fans, and those who cover the game saying, "People that just sit on their phones all day, they don't see those moments... But they think they know everything, and in reality, they don't have a clue."

Clark, who has come across to many fans and critics alike as a petulant, oafish, and spoiled brat doesn't seem to take public criticism very well these days. But as all egotistical athletes believe that everyone should praise them, you have to be ready for public scrutiny when you show up your coaches on the sidelines during games. You know those cameras are there, Caitlin! So, be ready to take the bitter with the sweet when you operate in an unprofessional manner while the cameras are watching.

I don't think Scott Agness deserved such an overreactionary response to getting his Fever credentials revoked for reporting information he claims to have received directly from a credible source. Should the Fever also ban all independent journalists then? While you're at it, ban social media content creators, also. Problem solved. As long as social media exists, those stories will be written whether you like them or not. Blasting social media and fans who happen to be content creators as well is not going to make you a better person or human being, Caitlin! You remind me of the President. And I don't like it. 

Caitlin Clark Reminds Me of a Female Version of Donald Trump

June 9, 2026

By Alberta Parish 

As a former die-hard fan of Caitlin Clark who once really admired her, I have to say that Clark has become a major problem in her organization. Her on-court antics have recently come under fire in the media, as she has shown a consistent lack of leadership whether she's scoring the ball, or sitting on the bench during huddles. 

Recently, Clark came under fire for her sideline altercation with her coach, Stephanie White. Just weeks prior, Clark was also seen having a moment with assistant coach Briann January while Clark appeared visibly upset with her. However, this was not their only sideline spat. During the 2025 season, while Clark sat out the season due to injuries, she was seen on the sidelines with Sophie Cunningham as they appeared annoyed with January for asking them to sit down. 

Briann January, a former defensive juggernaut and WNBA champion with the Indiana Fever, was trying to keep the team from getting a technical foul. That is her job. This raised flags among a lot of fans. But during that time, there was no ESPN story talking about it. The press mainly ignored a lot of Clark's antics. That is, until now. 

Clark, once hailed as the savior of the WNBA, has recently been called out by members of the press including Dan Dakich, who has close ties to insiders within the Fever organization. Dakich, a former Indiana Hoosier who also served as an assistant coach, took to his podcast Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich, and pretty harshly called out Clark for her antics, her behavior, and stated there are sources whom he quoted stating that Clark's "a pain in the ass diva", and that Stephanie White thinks she's an absolute menace who knows Clark got Christie Sides fired. 

Most recently Scott Agness had his Fever press credentials revoked for the spread of "inaccurate and unsubstantiated" information regarding Clark's injury prior to the Portland Fire vs. Fever game on May 20. The Fever beat the Portland Fire, 90-73 without Clark in the lineup. 

Agness's dismissal has also come under heavy scrutiny by fans and critics alike, as the Fever continues to stand by their decision. 

If I were an independent journalist covering the WNBA, I would be pissed looking at this story. I don't see how Chloe Peterson, James Boyd, and others are really going to feel completely comfortable covering Caitlin Clark and the Fever.

As a former fan, I am appalled at some of the things I've learned about Clark's behavior behind the scenes, and when the cameras aren't watching.

The Fever organization has a tough decision to make in the weeks and possibly months ahead. Do they want to keep this player who has brought more eyes and national coverage to the franchise and the league? Or cut their losses? And go back to 4,000 fans in the stands? I don't really think this relationship between the Front Office and Caitlin Clark is salvageable. But then, what do I know? I'm just a regular women's basketball fan. 

Clark recently took a veiled shot at people whom could be concluded to be those who watch the game, are genuine women's basketball fans, her fans, and those who cover the game saying, "People that just sit on their phones all day, they don't see those moments... But they think they know everything, and in reality, they don't have a clue."

Clark, who has come across to many fans and critics alike as a petulant, oafish, and spoiled brat doesn't seem to take public criticism very well these days. But as all egotistical athletes believe that everyone should praise them, you have to be ready for public scrutiny when you show up your coaches on the sidelines during games. You know those cameras are there, Caitlin! So, be ready to take the bitter with the sweet when you operate in an unprofessional manner while the cameras are watching.

I don't think Scott Agness deserved such an overreactionary response to getting his Fever credentials revoked for reporting information he claims to have received directly from a credible source. Should the Fever also ban all independent journalists then? While you're at it, ban social media content creators, also. Problem solved. As long as social media exists, those stories will be written whether you like them or not. Blasting social media and fans who happen to be content creators as well is not going to make you a better person or human being, Caitlin! You remind me of Donald Trump. And I don't like it.