Several fans, however, didn't agree with the Reese-Drummond comparison. Some even mocked it. "Every time I see somebody comparing Angel Reese ... has a career average of 54.3%.

The Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark rivalry has been since the beginning of their collegiate careers, not at LSU and Iowa, but at Maryland and Iowa. Reese started her career at Maryland before joining the Tigers.

Social Media Exploded With Jokes After Angel Reese Makes History With Rare Stat Line, comparing her with Andre Drummond.

Caitlin led the Indiana Fever to the playoffs last season, something Reese couldn't manage. And while Angel led the league in rebounds, Clark led it in assists while also being a vastly better scorer. So while fans continue to hype up the rivalry, some are tired of the comparison.

Shaquille O’Neal backs Angel Reese amid heavy criticism NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has publicly defended Angel Reese as the Chicago Sky forward continues to face criticism in her WNBA career.

WNBA legend Candace Parker has laid out her reasons for not buying the Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese comparison to Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.

"I just think that it's like comparing apples and oranges" - Candace Parker reacts to fans and experts comparing Caitlin and Angel originally appeared on Basketball Network.

Shields' comments came prior to the Sky's 85-66 loss to the New York Liberty on Tuesday. Following the contest, Reese's teammate, Ariel Atkins, praised Reese for the way she continues to show up and play well despite the criticism she receives online.