The future of the WNBA looks bright with Angel Reese leading the charge for the Rookie of the Year race. While Caitlin Clark has been impressive as the No. 1 overall pick, Reese has been dominating the court with a record streak of 15 consecutive double-doubles.
Before the season started, many believed that Clark would easily secure the Rookie of the Year title. However, South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley believes that Reese has earned the title at this moment, pointing to her outstanding performance with the double-doubles.
Reese is averaging 13.8 points and 11.8 rebounds per game, shooting at 41.1% from the floor. On the other hand, Clark is posting 16.8 points, 7.8 assists, and 5.9 boards per game, with shooting percentages at 40.3% overall and 34% from the 3-point range. Reese leads the WNBA with 11.8 boards per game, while Clark ranks second with 7.8 assists per contest.
Staley hinted that the decision for the Rookie of the Year award might come down to the success of their respective teams. Both the Indiana Fever, Clark’s team, and the Chicago Sky, Reese’s team, are in playoff contention, holding the seventh and eighth spots, respectively.
Despite their individual performances, the Indiana Fever have shown a strong resurgence, winning seven of their last 11 games after a tough start to the season. Both teams will have two more games before the extended Olympic break, with the All-Star Game scheduled for July 20.
It’s clear that both Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are exceptional talents with promising futures in the WNBA. Fans can expect an exciting race for the Rookie of the Year title as the season progresses.
