In a highly anticipated matchup between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese in the WNBA, golf influencer Paige Spiranac expressed her dismay at a play involving another player from the Chicago Sky. During the game, Sky guard Chennedy Carter, leading the team with 18 points off the bench, forcefully knocked Clark to the ground with a hip-check in the third quarter.

Spiranac, known for her massive social media following and passion for golf, voiced her disappointment about the incident on a platform called X. She highlighted the potential impact of bringing millions of new fans to the game, which could financially benefit everyone involved. Spiranac's message echoed the sentiment that a rising tide lifts all boats.

However, Spiranac was not alone in expressing her concern. Many sports fans accused WNBA players of being jealous of Caitlin Clark, further adding to the controversy surrounding the incident. When questioned about the matter after the game, Chennedy Carter refused to address any queries related to Clark, stating, "I ain't answering any Caitlin Clark questions."

Meanwhile, Clark herself stated that Carter's move was not a basketball play, indicating her disagreement with the aggressive action. Although Carter's impressive performance of 18 points off the bench contributed significantly, it was not enough to secure victory for the Chicago Sky in the first game of the WNBA Commissioner's Cup. The Indiana Fever managed to pull off a narrow 71-70 win.

Despite Clark's early success, making her first two 3-pointers, she struggled afterwards, missing her last seven attempts. With this defeat, Indiana improved to a 2-8 record for the season, while Chicago fell to 3-4.

The incident involving Chennedy Carter's aggressive play has ignited a discussion on sportsmanship in the WNBA, drawing attention from both fans and influential figures like Paige Spiranac. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how this incident will be addressed by the league and if any further consequences will arise from the play.