6-foot, 185-pound OutKick founder dares Angel Reese to $100K one-on-one showdown, says his son's 8th grade team will train him

Angel Reese just kicked off the second season of her WNBA career, but the Chicago Sky's All-Star forward has already found herself at the center of drama. The incident between her and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark during their matchup made headlines last weekend. Now, OutKick founder Clay Travis has challenged Reese to a one-on-one game for $100,000.

Travis stands at 6 feet and weighs 185 pounds. Reese is three inches taller and 20 pounds lighter than the sports media personality.

"Who would win a one-on-one halfcourt basketball game to 15 with scoring by 1s and 2s, me or Angel Reese?" he questioned on Twitter.

The 46-year-old explained why he could win.

"I am 6 foot 185, Angel Reese is listed at 6’3” 165. She plays basketball all the time. I occasionally play my 14 year old in our backyard. (And wreck him.) He’s a middle school basketball player. I legit think I could beat her if I didn’t get an old man injury in the game."

Late Thursday night, Travis extended the official challenge out to Angel Reese, saying that he is willing to put forth $100,000 in the game, which is more than what the Sky forward is paid per season on her rookie deal.

"Me vs you half court to 15 by 1s and 2s. $100k to the winner, more than you make in an entire WNBA season. Rebounds taken back to three point line. We put the game on pay per view and raise millions for charity of winner’s choice. You in?" he challenged.

Travis then doubled down on his challenge, saying that his son's middle school basketball team would help prepare him for the showdown.

"My 8th grade son’s team says they will train me. I got this," he added.

Reese hasn't responded to Travis' challenge. The Sky's leader is averaging 7.0 points and 14.5 rebounds per game this season.

Dave Portnoy called Angel Reese out during the Sky-Fever matchup

Millions of people watched the Sky's opening game against the Fever. Every game between Clark and Angel Reese is must-watch TV since the two battled for the national championship in 2023. During the game, Clark fouled Reese hard as the Sky forward went up for a layup after securing an offensive rebound.

Clark was given a flagrant foul on the play, which angered WNBA fans, including Barstool Sports president Dave Portnoy.

"Angel Reese is the worst," he tweeted.

Portnoy continued to complain about the call during the game.

With Travis' challenge awaiting an answer, Reese remains in the spotlight. However, her teammates have rallied behind her as she steps into a leadership role for Chicago, which is eyeing a return to the postseason in 2025.

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