???? ANGEL REESE THREATENS TO LEAVE U.S. IF CAITLIN CLARK MAKES TEAM USA โ Tension Explodes After Skyโs Loss to Fever
By SlamZone News โ June 8, 2025
In a shocking and controversial statement thatโs igniting fierce debate across the basketball world, Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese reportedly threatened to leave the United States if Caitlin Clark is selected for the U.S. Womenโs National Basketball Team.
The bold declaration was allegedly made behind closed doors but was leaked shortly after the Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky in a dramatic and emotionally charged matchup on June 7.
The two rising WNBA stars, once seen as dual faces of the leagueโs future, are now at the center of an escalating personal and cultural firestorm.
???? โIf sheโs on that team, Iโm out.โ
According to a leaked locker room audio clip circulating on social media, Angel Reese was overheard saying:
โIf they put her on Team USA, I swear Iโm done. Iโll play overseas. Iโm not standing next to someone whoโs only there because the media made her famous.โ
While the authenticity of the clip has yet to be verified, multiple sources close to the Sky organization confirmed that tensions have been boiling over for weeks โ and the June 7 game appeared to be the breaking point.
???? Sky vs. Fever: More Than Just a Game
The Saturday night matchup between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever was already heavily anticipated, featuring rising stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese going head-to-head for the first time since college.
The game itself was intense, with physical play, trash talk, and a playoff-like atmosphere. The Fever secured a nail-biting victory, fueled by Clarkโs 27-point performance, including two clutch three-pointers in the final minutes.
Reese, meanwhile, was ejected in the fourth quarter after picking up a technical foul and a flagrant 1 โ further inflaming speculation that her emotions are getting the best of her.
????๏ธ Public Reaction: A Nation Divided
As news of the statement spread, the internet erupted into a storm of opinion, with fans, athletes, and commentators taking sides.
One viral tweet read:
โSo let me get this straight โ Angel Reese wants to leave the country because Caitlin Clark might represent it? Grow up.โ
Others came to Reeseโs defense:
โAngelโs not mad at Caitlin โ sheโs mad at the system that pretends one woman built the WNBA when itโs always been a team effort.โ
Even celebrities weighed in. Rapper Cardi B tweeted:
โYโall turning this into a race war when it should be about basketball. Let them play!โ
???????? Team USA Remains Silent
Despite the firestorm, USA Basketball has not issued any comment regarding Clarkโs potential selection or Reeseโs alleged statement.
Insiders report that both players are still on the radar for the 2025 FIBA World Cup roster, but team officials are โmonitoring the situation closely.โ
A source within the organization noted:
โWe select based on skill, chemistry, and professionalism. Off-court drama is something we take seriously.โ
???? Caitlin Clark Responds
When asked about Reeseโs comment after the game, Caitlin Clark stayed composed:
โIโm not here for drama. Iโm here to win games, get better, and represent the league with pride. Thatโs all that matters to me.โ
Fans praised her classy response, with hashtags like #TeamClark and #WNBAUnity trending online.
???? Whatโs Next?
With the season still young and Olympic selections looming, all eyes will remain on Reese vs. Clark โ a rivalry that now extends beyond the court and into the national conversation.
Will Team USA bring them togetherโฆ or drive them further apart?
One thing is certain: this is no longer just about basketball โ itโs about identity, representation, and the future of the game.
Stay tuned. The drama has only just begun.
