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Angel Reese expelled during the Chicago Sky's defeat to New York Liberty.
Reese collected her first technical infraction after seemingly addressing the referee Charles Watson following a questionable call. Another came for waving away the official with dismay over the decision.According to the WNBA pool report, Reese received the fouls for "disrespectfully" addressing the ref and then waving off the ref "in reaction to the call."

"She said something to the ref," stated Sky guard Marina Mabrey to reporters later on. "The official decided that was the right call. It's about maintaining composure for young players in the WNBA. You need to get acquainted with referees and their reactions to different things."

The Sky's head coach, Teresa Weatherspoon, tried in vain to get an explanation from the officials regarding Reese's expulsion, stating, "I still do not understand what happened."Chicago Bulls player Lonzo Ball offered to cover Reese's fine through a post on social media platform X, formerly Twitter. Ball penned a message addressing the referee, "Ref who ejected @Reese10Angel is weak btw... You know who you are (Keep your money, Angel, I've got you)," to which, Reese offered her thanks, "Appreciate you, gang!"

Reese finished the Commissioner's Cup match with a tally of 13 points and 10 rebounds, but managed just 25% shooting from the court.

In a massive performance for the Liberty, Breanna Stewart scored 33 points, with 14 rebounds and three assists. This fortnight marked the first game Chicago played following Chennedy Carter's flagrant foul for bumping Clark during a brief stoppage.

Concerning the impact of Caitlin Clark on the WNBA, tennis legend Billie Jean King likened it to Chris Evert's era in women's tennis in the 1970s.

"This year is a significant milestone for the WNBA," King said in an interview with Christine Brennan of USA Today. "Great players such as Maya Moore, Sheryl Swoopes, Candace Parker, Diana Taurasi, A'ja Wilson, and Breanna Stewart have contributed immensely, but Clark's entrance now signifies a crucial stage. Breaking college records with sellouts and keen interest, women's sports are attracting more attention. This generation is key to elevating the league even further."

"Whether you support it or not, Caitlin's performance has a significant impact on the league's reputation and status," King added. "She's a big star and has the ability to take the WNBA to new heights."