BREAKING: Kate Martin’s SHOCKING Call for VAR Review on Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark Incident — Fans are FURIOUS

In a moment that’s sending shockwaves through the basketball world, WNBA rookie Kate Martin has stunned fans and analysts alike by publicly calling for a video review (VAR-style) of a heated incident between teammates Caitlin Clark and rival Angel Reese during Tuesday night’s intense showdown. The fallout from her comments has sparked outrage across social media, with fans taking sides and questioning everything from sportsmanship to officiating standards in the league.

The controversial play occurred late in the third quarter, when Angel Reese appeared to make hard contact with Caitlin Clark while contesting a drive to the basket. Though no foul was called at the time, slow-motion replays shown during the broadcast sparked immediate speculation, with fans alleging that Reese’s contact was excessive. While Clark remained composed, continuing the game without protest, it was Kate Martin—Clark’s former Iowa teammate and now fellow WNBA player—who lit the match.

Speaking in a post-game interview, Martin did not hold back:
“That play needs to be reviewed. We talk about protecting players, but when things cross a line, we can’t just ignore it because of who’s involved,” she said.
“If we had something like VAR in place, there’d be no question. Let’s get it right.”

Her comments, which some have interpreted as a subtle jab at Reese’s physical style, immediately exploded online. While some fans applauded Martin for speaking out and advocating for accountability, many others accused her of fueling controversy unnecessarily and attempting to sway public opinion in favor of Clark.

“Kate Martin needs to stay in her lane,” wrote one furious fan on X (formerly Twitter).
“This isn’t soccer. We don’t need VAR. We need tougher skin.”

On the flip side, others praised her transparency:
“Finally, someone’s saying what we’re all thinking. That hit was out of line. Props to Kate for having Caitlin’s back.”

The WNBA has yet to issue a formal statement regarding the incident or Martin’s comments, but insiders say league officials are “monitoring the situation closely.” As of now, no disciplinary action has been taken against Angel Reese.

The incident is yet another flashpoint in what has quickly become the most talked-about rivalry in women’s basketball. With Clark and Reese at the center of a media frenzy since their iconic NCAA matchups, every moment between the two now carries weight—and the pressure is only intensifying.

As the debate rages on, one thing is certain: the rivalry between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark isn’t just about basketball anymore. It’s a cultural phenomenon—and everyone has an opinion.