Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese entered the WNBA in the same year, that is, 2024. Since arriving in the league, the two have consistently been linked as rivals.
Whether it’s their contrasting playing styles, on-court matchups, marketability, or fan engagement, comparisons between them never stop. So, who between Clark and Reese has more fan following?
Followers Comparison Between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark
Clark, already a national phenomenon, was selected No. 1 overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Reese, who had built a massive following of her own at LSU, was picked seventh overall by the Chicago Sky.
Their rivalry traces back to college, most notably when Reese performed the now-iconic “You can’t see me” taunt after LSU defeated Clark’s Iowa in the national championship game. The moment became one of the most talked-about scenes in women’s basketball history and continues to fuel debate among fans.
While Clark is widely praised for her deep-range shooting, elite playmaking, and record-breaking performances, Reese has built her brand around rebounding dominance, intensity, and confidence.
Remember how she even trademarked the term “Mebounds,” embracing criticism of her rebounding style and turning it into a personal brand. The Sky star later incorporated the phrase into promotional campaigns tied to her debut signature sneaker with Reebok, the Reebok Angel Reese 1 “Mebounds.”
Their rivalry reignited again during the 2025 WNBA season when a hard foul involving Clark and Reese sparked another wave of media attention.
But beyond basketball, another debate has emerged: Which superstar dominates social media, and it seems Reese has got an upper hand in that space.
Clark vs. Reese Instagram Followers
On Instagram, Clark boasts an impressive 3.6 million followers. She regularly generates high engagement, including a Time Athlete of the Year post that earned more than 638,000 likes.
However, Reese leads in this category. She has amassed 5.2 million followers – roughly 1.5 million more than Clark. One of Reese’s September 2024 posts, featuring her in a dark pink dress, drew over one million likes.
Clark vs. Reese X Followers
Clark has built a strong presence on X, where she has over 588,000 followers.
Reese again holds the edge, with more than 723,000 followers on the platform.
Clark vs. Reese TikTok Followers
TikTok is where the gap between the two WNBA superstars becomes even more noticeable.
Reese commands a massive audience of 6 million followers on the platform. Clark trails here, with just over 901,000 followers.
So, based purely on social media numbers, Reese currently holds a clear advantage over Clark across major platforms.
While Clark continues to dominate headlines for her on-court achievements, Reese has established herself as a powerhouse in the digital space.
The rivalry between the two stars extends far beyond basketball, and on social media, Reese is currently in front. The two stars are gunning for their third WNBA season. Both grappled with injuries in their sophomore season.
Clark’s season was cut short due to lingering groin issues. She only played 13 games. Reese, on the other hand, missed 14 games due to back issues. Both dedicated their offseason to heal and recover. Now healthy, they will be back on court against each other when the Fever faces the Sky on June 12, 2026.
Clark doesn’t post nearly as much as Reese on social media.