Kate Martin caused a stir on social media when she demanded that the WNBA organizing committee check the VAR and ban Angel Reese from playing for her unsportsmanlike act of punching Caitlin Clark in the head.

Kate Martin Sparks Outrage Online, Demands Action Against Angel Reese

Kate Martin has set social media abuzz after publicly calling on the WNBA organizing committee to review the incident using VAR and to ban Angel Reese from playing. This demand follows Reese’s unsportsmanlike conduct, where she was seen punching Caitlin Clark in the head during a heated game. Martin’s strong stance has resonated widely, fueling a fierce debate over sportsmanship and integrity in the sport.

In her social media posts. Kate Martin did not hold back. “We must eliminate the dirty elements to make the game cleaner,” she stated emphatically. This call to action has garnered massive support, with fans, players, and commentators alike echoing her sentiments. The hashtag #BanAngelReese quickly gained traction, as supporters rallied for strict consequences to be imposed on Reese for her actions
The incident, captured vividly by VAR, has raised serious concerns about player safety and sportsmanship.

Caitlin Clark, visibly distressed, had to be attended to by medical staff, sparking fears over her well-being and the potential long-term impact of the injury. The use of VAR in reviewing the play has provided a detailed account, leaving little room for ambiguity regarding the severity of Reese’s actions

Reese’s conduct has not only drawn criticism from fans but has also prompted discussions among sports analysts and former players about the need for stricter regulations and penalties for such behavior.

Many argue that incidents like these tarnish the spirit of the game and undermine the hard work and dedication of athletes who compete with honor and respect

The WNBA organizing committee has acknowledged the public outcry and is currently investigating the incident. A spokesperson stated, “We are committed to upholding the integrity of the game. The incident involving Angel Reese is under thorough review, and appropriate actions will be taken based on the findings As the investigation unfolds. Kate Martin’s call to action continues to resonate across the basketball community. Her advocacy highlights a growing demand for accountability and a cleaner, fairer game. The outcome of this review could set a significant precedent, reinforcing the values of respect and fairness in professional basketball. In the meantime, the support for Caitlin Clark remains strong, with fans and players uniting to ensure that justice is served. The hope is that this incident will lead to stronger safeguards against unsportsmanlike conduct, ensuring that future games are played with the spirit and integrity that the sport deserves.

Indiana Fever Coach Christie Sides is Getting Roasted For Controversial Decision vs. Chicago Sky

The Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky are locked in a tightly-contested WNBA game on Sunday.

At halftime, the Fever are clinging on to a narrow one point lead, 46-45.

Both Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have had solid performances in the first half. Clark currently has 8 points and 7 assists while Reese also has 8 points and 8 rebounds.

Fever head coach elected to start Kristy Wallace during Sunday’s game against the Fever. Wallace isn’t one of the most popular players for the Fever. Therefore, Sides is getting roasted on social media for giving Wallace the minutes that she does.

“I’m convinced that Kristy Wallace has compromising pictures of Christie Sides….” one X user wrote when news of Wallace’s start surfaced.

“Kristy Wallace has to have some info on one Christie Sides. No other explanation for this level of tomfoolery,” wrote another.

“I truly don’t understand Christie Sides’ decision to give Wallace as many minutes as she does when she has Katie Lou and Lexie Hull, who frankly, have out performed her so far this season,” a third fan wrote on X.

Despite this roasting, Wallace does have 9 points at the half.

Perhaps Sides knows what she’s doing.

Angel Reese leads Sky to 88-87 win over Fever despite Caitlin Clark’s franchise-record 13 assists

CHICAGO — — Angel Reese scored a career-high 25 points and grabbed 16 rebounds to help the Chicago Sky beat Indiana 88-87 despite 17 points and a franchise-record 13 assists for the Fever’s Caitlin Clark on Sunday.

Reese has posted a double-double in eight consecutive games, extending her WNBA rookie record. She is the first rookie since A’ja Wilson with 25-plus points and 15-plus rebounds in a single game. She joins Wilson as the only players in the WNBA this season with multiple games with at least 15 points and 15 rebounds.

It was the hottest ticket in nearly the past decade according to Vivid Seats with entry to the game going for $351 dollars on average. Reese, Clark and the two teams didn’t disappoint.

Clark played every minute and finished 5-of-11 shooting, 5 of 9 from 3, with six rebounds, four steals and five turnovers.

Chicago (6-9) trailed 82-70 with 6:38 left before Reese got going. She had 10 points and five rebounds from there to fuel the Sky’s comeback.

She grabbed an offensive rebound, was fouled as she made the putback and hit the free throw to make it 82-all with 3 minutes to go.

Kelsey Mitchell responded with a layup before Chennedy Carter tied it with a running floater with 2:30 remaining. Reese scored inside to give the Sky a two-point lead before Carter and Camilla Cardoso each hit 1 of 2 from the foul line to make it 88-84 with 27 seconds to play.

Aliyah Boston hit a contested 3 with 19 left before Marina Mabrey missed two free throws and Clark secured the loose-ball rebound but the Fever missed two shots in the closing seconds.

Mitchell scored 24 points to lead the Fever. Boston had 18 points, seven rebounds and six assists and NaLyssa Smith scored 12 points.

Chicago, which beat the Dallas Wings 83-72 on Thursday, has won back-to-back games following a four-game skid.

Indiana (7-11) had its four-game win streak snapped.

The Fever had won the previous two matchups — both in Indianapolis — between the teams this season.

Clark and Iowa lost to Reese and LSU in the 2023 national championship game and avenged that loss in the 2024 national semifinals before losing to Cardoso and South Carolina in the title game.