Fact check: Who is fighting with Caitlyn Clark in WNBA the most?

1. Summary of the results

Based on the analyses provided, two primary rivals emerge as the players most frequently "fighting" with Caitlin Clark in the WNBA:

Jacy Sheldon appears to be Clark's most prominent rival, with multiple sources confirming their intense competitive relationship ^{[1] [2]}. Their rivalry dates back to their collegiate careers and has continued into the WNBA, including a recent incident where Sheldon accidentally poked Clark in the eye during a Commissioner's Cup game ^[1]. Sheldon was recently traded to the Washington Mystics ^[2].

Angel Reese represents another significant rival, with sources documenting physical altercations between the two players ^[3]. Their rivalry also originated during their college basketball days and has carried over into their professional careers ^[4]. One source specifically identifies this as "the biggest rivalry in the WNBA" ^[3].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The analyses reveal several important contextual elements missing from the original question:

• Broader WNBA sentiment: Beyond individual rivalries, there appears to be general tension between Clark and other WNBA players ^[5]. Multiple established players including Paige Bueckers, Allisha Gray, Sabrina Ionsecu, Kelsey Mitchell, Skylar Diggins, Brittney Sykes, and Natasha Cloud received more All-Star votes than Clark in player voting, suggesting potential league-wide resistance to her popularity ^[6].
• Nature of conflicts: The "fighting" appears to range from intense competitive rivalry (historical with Sheldon and Reese) to professional tensions and physical altercations during games rather than personal feuds ^[3].
• Clark's current status: One analysis notes that Clark is currently injured and will miss games, which affects the immediate competitive dynamics ^[7].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question uses the phrase "fighting with" which could be misleading as it implies personal conflicts rather than competitive sports rivalries. The analyses suggest these are primarily on-court competitive tensions and professional rivalries rather than personal disputes.

The question also assumes there is one primary antagonist, when the evidence shows multiple layers of tension: individual rivalries with specific players like Sheldon and Reese, plus broader institutional resistance from established WNBA players who may view Clark's rapid rise and media attention as threatening to the league's existing hierarchy ^[6]. This broader context suggests the "fighting" may be more about protecting established players' positions and influence within the league rather than purely competitive rivalry.