Angel Reese sparks controversy with bold message in Caitlin Clark’s backyard

Angel Reese didn’t need Caitlin Clark on the court to stir up some noise during WNBA All-Star Weekend. The Chicago Sky forward found a different way to grab the spotlight, and fans took notice.

Reese, who’s putting up 14 points and 12.6 boards per game this season, landed a second consecutive All-Star selection. And while she’s thriving on the court, her moves off it are drawing just as much attention.

All-Star weekend drama flares up between Reese and Clark

On the same day she launched her first Reebok signature shoe and was announced as an NBA 2K26 cover athlete, Reese arrived in Indiana, home of Caitlin Clark and the All-Star festivities, with something to say.

“Walk in your trap, take over your trap”

That’s the message that kicked off a video Reese posted from her pop-up shoe event in downtown Indianapolis. The caption? “I’M IN YOUR CITYYY.”

To top it off, she layered on the Bankroll Fresh track Take Over Your Trap in her Instagram story. The symbolism wasn’t lost on fans, especially given Clark’s towering Nike banner on the side of the JW Marriott, just blocks from where Reese’s event was held.

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Some saw it as a playful jab. Others didn’t take it so lightly.

Fans react: cheers, trolls, and eye rolls

The reactions came fast. Some applauded Reese for embracing the rivalry and taking over the moment. Others saw it as another unnecessary swipe.

“She so petty,” one commenter laughed.

“Clark walked into Chicago on Barbie Night and owned it, so fair’s fair,” said another.

But not everyone was laughing.

“Why does she keep doing this? Clark’s not even playing and still lives rent-free in her head,” one critic wrote.

Another added, “Every city cheers for Caitlin. Doesn’t matter where she plays.”

Clark, recovering from an injury, wasn’t in uniform for the game but still participated in weekend events and kept a strong presence in the host city.

Rivalry or obsession?

This isn’t the first time the two stars have been linked in headlines, and it probably won’t be the last. Reese continues to draw attention for her unapologetic attitude and willingness to lean into tension. Whether it’s calculated branding or personal rivalry, it’s working.

And even without Clark in uniform, Reese made sure people were still talking about both of them.

All-Star weekend had its stars. But the spotlight didn’t stay on the court.

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