Angel Reese’s participation in Team USA camp alongside Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers drew heavy social media debate, with fans split between excitement and criticism over her inclusion.

The WNBA appears to have regained its charm. The internet recently blew up over the viral image of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. And all of that buzz is getting more recognition after their latest Team USA camp event.

However, Reese’s presence at Team USA training camp has recently become a topic of debate. As clips surfaced of Reese training alongside Clark, Bueckers, Rickea Jackson, and Aliyah Boston, social media reactions poured in from every direction.

Some fans expressed excitement about the concentration of talent, while most others remained unimpressed.

FanDuel Sportsbook posted a clip from the Duke-based training session, calling the roster “UNREAL,” where the top WNBA stars were sweating it off. However, criticism followed just as quickly.

“Why is this drill being run at the pace of middle school programs?” a fan joked.

“This team would be in trouble against a team that had Aja Wilson and Phee Collier,” another one said.

“Still looks like a 7th grade middle school team running up and down the floor,” a third one added.

“Is this The best USA Women’s basketball team ever?” a fourth one asked in disbelief.

“Why on earth would Angel Reese be on there,” an unimpressed fan asked.

“All great but would still get destroyed by a high school boys team,” a user reminded.

“Angel Reese sucks though…” said a fan.

“Angel Reese? Not deserving. Me bound queen,” a comment read.

The major portion of the backlash centered on Reese, with detractors questioning her inclusion and making dismissive comments about her rebounding style and offensive game.

Several of those reactions appeared to point to the tensions between Reese and Clark dating back to their NCAA rivalry, which still divides segments of the fan base.

Caitlin Clark’s Team USA Camp Appearance Is Going Viral

Caitlin Clark (Image Credits: Imagn)
While Reese drew much of the debate, Caitlin Clark’s appearance at camp sparked a different conversation altogether. Fans quickly noticed that Clark appeared slimmer than she did during the 2025 WNBA season.

After her historic 2024 rookie year, Clark added noticeable muscle ahead of the 2025 campaign. It was to help her handle physical defenses. Instead, she missed significant time with soft tissue injuries, and some questioned whether the added size disrupted her shooting rhythm.

At Team USA camp, that narrative resurfaced. It seemed that the back-to-back injuries had taken a toll on the Iowa alum, and she had lost a couple of pounds between the rehab sessions.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.