NBA star Jonathan Isaac weighs in on Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rivalry

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac tells Fox News Digital why he believes the on-court rivalry between WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese has been good for women's basketball.

The rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese continues to ignite the sports world.

Clark committed a flagrant foul against Reese earlier this month during the Indiana Fever's first 2025 matchup with the Chicago Sky. The on-court feud between the two basketball stars dates back to their time at the college basketball level.

Over the past couple of years, countless sports figures have debated whether the rivalry is beneficial. Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac said he ultimately believes it helps bring attention to women's basketball.

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Feb 12, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) warms up before the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Kia Center. (Mike Watters-Imagn Images)

"I think it's truly great for basketball. Obviously, the reason it's being pitted like this is because it's great for TV. It sells tickets," Isaac told Fox News Digital on behalf of his Christian apparel brand UNITUS.

According to the company's official website, UNITUS' mission "is to inspire and empower people to live in greater unity, freedom, strength, and purpose."

Isaac acknowledged the outside factors that are often associated with the Clark-Reese rivalry, but he said it all boils down to what takes place on the basketball court.

Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic looks on during a game against the Boston Celtics at Amway Center on Jan. 23, 2023, in Orlando, Florida.  (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

"Some things I do think get out of hand with some of the commentary on the