Tag: Kamilla Cardoso

Caitlin Clark had the most delightful celebration after hitting a 3-pointer with Kamilla Cardoso defending

Caitlin Clark was absolutely jubilant after making a 3-pointer while being defended by Kamilla Cardoso.

Indiana Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark was on fire against the Chicago Sky on Friday night at Wintrust Arena.

Outside of drilling an amazing logo 3-pointer and having some fun with the Sky fans by the court, Clark made a 3-point shot with Sky rookie forward Kamilla Cardoso on defense and proceeded to jump and skip to the Fever sideline in jubilation.

Clark was feeling herself against the Sky, putting forth one of her best performances since the Olympic break. This moment just underscored it.

After all, being able to make a 3-pointer while one of the league’s best defenders is on you in tight coverage is absolutely a reason to celebrate.

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Dawn Staley’s heart was so full after watching A’ja Wilson and Kamilla Cardoso clash during Aces-Sky

Dawn Staley was overjoyed watching two of her former players battle.

While everyone else had their minds positively blown by a motivated A’ja Wilson one-upping Chennedy Carter with an absurd game-winner, Dawn Staley was just a proud coach watching the Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky square off.

The South Carolina legend has, of course, established the best program in women’s college basketball. Two of her best players in recent years have been Wilson (the No. 1 overall selection in 2018) and 2024 No. 3 overall pick Kamilla Cardoso.

Well, conveniently, Sunday afternoon’s thriller pitted Wilson in a heated paint matchup against Cardoso.

Even while Wilson is the current MVP favorite, the rookie Cardoso more than held her own with five blocks, as she really made Wilson earn every point en route to an 8-of-28 shooting performance (28 percent!). From start to finish, Staley loved watching every second as she beamed with pride for two of her finer pupils after the game:

A full co-sign to Staley’s thoughts. South Carolina basketball did not lose Sunday, and the WNBA product continues to be formidable and edge-of-your-seat in every single game.

Here’s to watching Wilson and Cardoso clash in remarkable battles for years to come.

WNBA fans turned Kamilla Cardoso blocking a Kahleah Copper shot into a perfect meme

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Kamilla Cardoso actively blocking a Kahleah Copper shot during a recent Chicago Sky-Phoenix Mercury matchup has become a meme, and I cannot stop laughing.

There’s really no bounds with WNBA and its fans. They will turn anything into a funny moment. Sanaa Lathan sitting courtside at a Sparks game? Seemingly infinite Love and Basketball jokes. The New York Liberty dropping buckets all over the court? Sabrina Ionescu breaks out the Olympic Turkish shooter celebration.

So, when Kahleah Copper was doing Kahleah Copper things, leaving Kamilla Cardoso scrambling to find ways to stop her, somebody had the brilliant idea to turn the moment into a fantastic meme.

The meme is slowly permeating WNBA circles, and I am 100 percent cackling over the content. It’s so perfect.

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Tina Charles coached up Kamilla Cardoso mid-game and hoops fans loved her classy gesture

What a super classy gesture from Tina Charles.

Atlanta Dream center Tina Charles coaching up Chicago Sky rookie Kamilla Cardoso mid-game is incredibly wholesome.

Tina Charles is a future Hall of Famer, and it’s really dope to see her take time to give advice to several rookies this season. Cameron Brink joked about how she was grateful for Tina Charles encouraging her before proceeding to drop buckets.

Charles also advised Angel Reese after a game in June about settling down in the post. On Tuesday, it was more of the same, as Charles was coaching Kamila Cardoso mid-game on avoiding having her shot blocked after Tina stuffed an attempt during the start of their matchup.

Fans absolutely loved Charles’ classy gesture. Here’s what they shared on social media:

(Feature image courtesy of CBS Sports.)

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Sky rookies Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso achieve feat not seen since 1998

Reese had 25 points and 16 rebounds and Cardoso added 16 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Sky to a win over the Fever.

The Chicago Sky got their first win over the Indiana Fever Sunday afternoon, winning a nail-biter 88-87. Rookies Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso became the WNBA’s first set of rookie teammates to register at least 15 points and 10 rebounds in the same game since 1998.

In the process, Reese notched her eighth consecutive double-double and is one double-double away from tying Candace Parker’s single-season record streak set in 2015. She also became the first rookie to put up at least 25 points and 15 rebounds since Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson in 2018.

“I think we work so hard,” Reese said, according to CBS Sports. “I think just being able to have teammates that believe in you, believe in each other, have each other’s backs. I know my teammates got my back and I got their back and that’s what’s important. That’s what helped us pull it off today.”

The game was heavily attended, and Wintrust Arena was sold out, with tickets selling for as high as $9,000. Ticket prices for the game were the most expensive for a WNBA game ever. The average hovered at around $253, which is 187% higher than the Sky’s average purchase price of $88.

“It’s good for the game,” Reese said. “Good for women’s basketball but also good for women’s sports. Everybody’s watching right now. I think it’s just one of the most important times, right, and we just continue to keep putting on – I think both teams tonight did an amazing job of putting on a show. It was fun.”

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The WNBA fined Angel Reese and the Sky for not complying with media availability after loss to Fever

Angel Reese wasn’t available for interviews after the game.

Going into Saturday’s game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, the biggest storyline was the meeting of some of the best players from the 2024 rookie class. It was the first pro game between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and also the debut of Kamilla Cardoso.

By the end of the game, the focus had shifted away from Chicago’s rookies and centered on Chennedy Carter’s hip check on Clark, which she refused to answer questions about after the game.

However, while Carter at least made herself available for questions, Reese didn’t. As a result, the WNBA fined her $1,000. Additionally, the Sky were fined $5,000 for failing to ensure all players complied with media policies.

It’s hard to completely blame Reese for not wanting to answer questions, knowing much of the focus would have likely been about Clark — especially given Reese’s reaction to Carter’s hip check. And dating back to her time at LSU, Reese has probably answered more questions about Clark than any other player not named Caitlin Clark.

At the same time, this is a part of her new responsibility as professional, so she has to do it. When she doesn’t, this is the result.

Kamilia Cardoso’s delayed WNBA debut was worth the wait in stellar performance against the Indiana Fever

The Sky lost to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, but Kamilla Cardoso’s debut could be a sign of great things to come.

Heading into the WNBA Draft in April, a lot of folks who paid close attention to women’s college basketball tabbed South Carolina’s Kamilla Cardoso as one of the most pro-ready prospects in the class.

Much of that was due to Cardoso’s size – skilled 6-foot-7 posts don’t just grow on trees in the WNBA – and her prowess as a defender and rebounder. The Brazilian was an All-American, named Defensive Player of the Year by the SEC and WBCA, and was voted Most Outstanding Player at the Final Four as she powered the Gamecocks to their third national championship.

But fans had to wait for Cardoso’s WNBA debut. She missed the first six games of the Chicago Sky’s regular season after suffering a shoulder injury in the preseason.

When Cardoso finally took the court Saturday afternoon against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, she showed everyone why the Chicago Sky selected her third overall. Simply put: Cardoso’s delayed debut was worth the wait.

 

Cardoso finished her first WNBA game – a narrow 71-70 loss to the Fever – with 11 points and six rebounds in 17 crucial minutes off the bench.

Cardoso vs. Boston

While Cardoso had a good game offensively – making 5-of-7 shots and having just two turnovers – her exceptional defense was on full display too, often against her former South Carolina teammate Aliyah Boston.

Fans love Cardoso

Ultimately, Cardoso’s debut left fans, media and all folks around the WNBA incredibly impressed and wanting more.

Cardoso will take the court for the Sky again on Tuesday against the New York Liberty.

Kamilla Cardoso’s WNBA debut alongside Angel Reese expected against Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso? Let me grab the popcorn.

Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese have not played together in the regular season, but that could change very soon. Cardoso finally has a working date that she will likely make her rookie debut, and it comes with a surprising twist.

Since being drafted at No.3 and No.7 overall, fans have been buzzing about the thought of Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese playing together. Unfortunately, a shoulder injury in the preseason changed the expectations for what this duo could immediately do, and Angel had to make her debut without Kamilla.

However, Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon confirmed Tuesday that Kamilla will return to the court on Saturday, June 1. What’s so significant about about that date? It’s the same day that the Sky will play Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever.

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Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso delightfully troll ring-less players in 2024 NBA Finals promo

“Champs only!”

Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso continue to make their impact felt. The Chicago Sky rookies are featured in a new NBA Finals commercial, and it’s sensational.

The thought of Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese teaming up to take on their professional careers has been brewing since the WNBA Draft. (At the time, Cardoso jokingly laughed about anyone in the league challenging her and Angel over rebounds.) Though we have yet to see the pair in regular-season action together — Cardoso is recovering from a shoulder injury — they are still making waves together.

In a new promo for the NBA Finals — yes, the NBA — Angel and Kamilla join Dwyane Wade, Magic Johnson and many more legends to celebrate one of the most special moments in sports and to playfully troll players who don’t have championship rings. Per Annie Costabile of the Chicago Sun-Times, Reese and Cardoso were chosen for their championship background and for being two of the most exciting rookies from the 2024 class.

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WNBA will stream Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso’s next preseason game

The Chicago Sky’s preseason game against the New York Liberty is now set to be televised.

 

The WNBA received backlash after not televising the Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso’s debut against the Minnesota Lynx. A fan live-streamed the preseason game, and it received more than 420,000 views.

The Sky’s second preseason game against the New York Liberty on May 7 also was not scheduled to be streamed. However, due to the overwhelming viewership of the fan’s livestream and public relations backlash, the WNBA changed course.

It was reported on social media that the game is being carried on League Pass. However, this could change since the Sky’s preseason opener was to be shown on League Pass but then was not available.

“Anybody that watched it should send three bucks to the person; I don’t even know who it is,” Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve said. “I think that what I would say is that the growth is happening so fast. It’s so accelerated. And I’ve been saying this in our own organization — that business as usual isn’t going to work anymore. You’re gonna get left behind and this is an example.”