Clay Travis, the founder of Outkick, recently stirred up some excitement by challenging WNBA star Angel Reese to a one-on-one basketball game. Travis, who has been critical of Reese for some time, offered her a chance to win $100,000 if she could defeat him in a half-court match. He claimed this amount was more than her entire season salary with the Chicago Sky, where she signed a four-year contract worth $324,383, averaging about $81,096 per year.
In his challenge posted on social media, Travis proposed they play to 15 points, using ones and twos, with rebounds taken back to the three-point line. He suggested that the game be broadcast on pay-per-view, with profits going to a charity of the winner’s choice. "You in?" he asked Reese, inviting her to accept the challenge.
Travis, who is 6 feet tall and weighs 185 pounds, acknowledged that Reese has an advantage in height and experience, as she stands at 6’3" and plays basketball regularly. He humorously noted that his eighth-grade son’s basketball team would help him train, expressing confidence in his ability to win despite the odds. He estimated a 38% chance of injury during the game but believed he could still come out on top.
The backdrop of this challenge includes a recent controversy involving Reese and fellow WNBA player Caitlyn Clark. Tensions rose during a game when Reese was involved in a physical play that drew Clark’s attention. Clark, who has maintained a respectful stance toward Reese, remarked on their competitive relationship but emphasized their mutual respect.
Travis’s comments about Reese’s skills have also drawn attention. He stated that her offensive abilities were at a "middle school boy’s basketball level," questioning the value of her performance and the overall appeal of WNBA games. His remarks have sparked discussions about the state of women’s basketball and the perception of its players.
As the challenge unfolds, fans and observers are eager to see if Reese will respond and accept Travis’s offer. The potential for a high-stakes showdown has certainly captured the interest of both the sports community and the general public.