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The college basketball world was dealt their dream matchup for the Elite 8 of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, as Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes will take on Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers with a spot in the Final Four on the line.

Clark and Reese will do battle for the first time since their epic showdown in last year’s NCAA tournament finals, where Angel infamously taunted Caitlin with her ring celebration.

Clark and the no. 1 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes earned their spot in the Elite 8 with a convincing 89-68 victory over no. 5 Colorado. Afterwards, a photo of Clark walking on the court in street clothes went viral on social media, with some suggesting that the Hawkeyes star may have been hiding something from us all along.

lowkeyyyy 🤔 pic.twitter.com/KyXx5jX9Bv

— Mark Jackson’s Burner (@casualtakeking) March 31, 2024

a date with Caitlin Clark or receive $500,000? pic.twitter.com/EJjenC9HDA

— Hoops (@HoopMixOnly) March 31, 2024

Would you? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/7W2vEx2Ssb

— Hater Report (@HaterReport_) March 31, 2024

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It’s a much different look than the sweaty, ponytail Caitlin Clark we’re all used to seeing on the court.
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Caitlin Clark Looking For Revenge Against Angel Reese and LSU

Iowa entered last year’s championship game against LSU as the higher-ranked team, but they couldn’t keep up with Kim Mulkey’s squad, losing by a score of 102-85. Clark did have a game-high 30 points to go along with 8 assists and two rebounds, but it wasn’t enough, as the Hawkeyes defense struggled to contain all of the star power on the Tigers’ roster.

Both teams will be bringing back some key players from last year’s matchup. When it’s all said and done, Monday’s game could very well end up being the most watched game of this year’s tournament.

In a surprising turn of events, WNBA players have reportedly united to adhere to the "unspoken rules" of cooperation in a collective effort to challenge Caitlin Clark.

This comes after growing sentiments among players that the WNBA exhibits a bias in favor of Clark, sparking feelings of animosity and a desire to see her leave the league.

The tensions surrounding Clark, a rising star in the WNBA, have escalated as players feel the league's favoritism towards her undermines the spirit of fair competition.

This perceived bias has led to a backlash among her peers, culminating in an informal agreement to collaborate against her during games.

Several players, who prefer to remain αποπymous, expressed their frustration with the WNBA's treatment of Clark, claiming it creates an unbalanced playing field. "It's not just about one player being good; it's about fairness and equal opportunity for all," one player stated.

"When the league seems to favor one individual, it disrupts the integrity of the game." The "unspoken rules" of cooperation involve subtle strategies and on-court dynamics where players might make tactical decisions aimed at limiting Clark's effectiveness.

This unified stance is seen as a way to reclaim a sense of balance and fairness within the league. Clark's presence in the WNBA has undoubtedly generated significant attention and excitement, but the current situation highlights the complexities of managing star talent while maintaining equitable treatment for all players.

The collective opposition she faces now serves as a testament to the deep-seated issues that can arise when players perceive favoritism. The WNBA has yet to officially comment on these allegations of bias and the reported unified stance against Clark.

However, this situation underscores the need for transparent and equitable practices within professional sports leagues to ensure that all athletes feel respected and fairly treated.

As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how this internal conflict will affect both Caitlin Clark's performance and the overall dynamics within the WNBA. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching to see if the league addresses these concerns and how it impacts the future of women's basketball.