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Angel Reese's WNBA Finals trip leaves Caitlin Clark even further behind

Angel Reese’s rise to the WNBA Finals in just her third professional season underscores a widening gap in the league’s most high-profile rivalry. The Atlanta Dream, an underdog against the Golden State Valkyries at home, sit four wins away from their first championship—a milestone that would pair Reese’s college title and FIBA gold medal with a pro ring, while also marking her first playoff series victory.

Reese’s 17-3 postseason record (including college) starkly contrasts with Caitlin Clark’s 12-8 mark, as the Indiana Fever’s franchise player has yet to secure a single playoff win. The contrast is even sharper given Reese’s 5-0 postseason run this year, while Clark’s team faces uncertainty, including the potential loss of leading scorer Kelsey Mitchell in free agency.

Their NCAA showdown in 2023, capped by Reese’s viral celebration, set the stage for a rivalry now playing out in the pros, where Reese holds the edge in both individual accolades and team success. Both players have combined for six All-Star nods, three rebounding titles, and an assists title, but Reese’s path to a title could solidify her lead in what’s increasingly framed as the defining race of their careers.

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