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The Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky are gearing up for a highly anticipated matchup this Saturday, marking the first WNBA meeting between star rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese.
The WNBA has officially named this clash its Game of the Week, drawing significant attention from basketball fans and analysts alike.
Both Clark and Reese have a history of thrilling battles from their college days, where Clark'sIowa Hawkeyes and Reese'sLSU Tigers developed a notable rivalry over the past two years.
This encounter promises to bring the same intensity to the professional stage.
The WNBA announced on Thursday via social media, "Game of the Week: From college to the pros. The Chicago Sky's Angel Reese and Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark will go head-to-head for the first time as rookies on ESPN!"
This matchup also marks the first Commissioner's Cup game of the season, with a tip-off scheduled for 12:00 PM ET on June 1st, broadcast live on ESPN.
This game is not just a highlight for the week but could very well be the most-watched game of the year so far.
The last college showdown between Clark and Reese shattered viewership records, and their first professional face-off is expected to draw similar numbers.
