Caitlin Clark Goes Viral for Ignoring Angel Reese

During Team USA's 91–48 victory over Puerto Rico in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying tournament on Thursday, a second-quarter sideline moment has since turned viral online. 

As the Indiana Fever's guard checked into the game, slapping hands with her teammates with 4:56 left in the half, she came face-to-face with Reese, who had her hand extended. But Clark turned away and walked in the opposite direction. Every bit of the brief, cold interaction was caught on broadcast camera. 

On the court, Clark had a clunky performance against Puerto Rico, finishing with 8 points, 2 assists, and 3 rebounds in 18 minutes while shooting 2-of-6 from the field. 

The Chicago Sky forward was more efficient in this matchup, posting the game's only double-double with 10 points and a game-high 13 rebounds, which is a new U.S. record for a Women's World Cup Qualifying game.

Their combined game improves Team USA’s record to 2-0, but folks on the internet weren't interested in giving anyone the benefit of the doubt after their viral moment.

"Hella disrespectful and that does look intentional sadly," one viewer wrote. 

Another added, "It's how Reese was waiting for her turn, held her hand out in team spirit and Caitlin acted like she was wearing white." 

A third fan claimed, "I can't see CC leaving her teammate hanging like that. But I admit, it's not a good look."

The fourth one claimed, "Reese has made her entire brand hating Clark.”

A fifth fan remarked, "Reese will not pass the ball to CC. She either tries to play the point guard position herself or she passes it to someone else."

Team USA is back in action Saturday against Italy, with tip-off scheduled for 5:00 p.m. ET.  The game will be broadcast live on truTV and available for streaming on Max. Clark and Reese will pull on the same red jersey again. And after this viral moment, all eyes will be on whether the vibe between the two superstars improves on the court.