Angel Reese, known for her bold presence on the court and her unfiltered social media takes, faced a different kind of opponent recently: a reporter with a loaded political question. As the 2024 Presidential Election heats up like a summer layup line, it seems everyone wants a piece of Reese’s mind—whether it’s about her killer rebounds or, oddly enough, her thoughts on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
But just like a well-timed block, Reese wasn’t about to get caught up in the political play. Instead, she pulled a move straight from the Caitlin Clark playbook, sticking to sports with the finesse of a last-second buzzer-beater.
When asked about her feelings on Kamala Harris running for President against the ever-controversial Donald Trump, Reese didn’t hesitate to give a response that was as unexpected as it was refreshing. “I haven’t really tapped into the election,” she admitted, sounding as if she were talking about a game she’d missed because she was too busy dominating on the court. “I’m not that educated on either candidate,” she added, making it clear she wasn’t about to dive into a debate she wasn’t ready to win. But, ever the team player, she did urge people to get out and vote because, as she put it, “we need it for this election.”
The honesty of her answer—no forced opinions, no half-baked hot takes—had social media applauding louder than a crowd after a game-winning shot. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) summed it up best: “When someone doesn’t have an informed opinion and they’re honest about it, that’s something to admire. Too many famous people just spout nonsense without any clue.” Another chimed in with a well-deserved, “Regardless of who Reese is voting for, she handled that perfectly. Kudos to her!”
Reese’s response, which has already racked up nearly 4 million views on X, is a testament to her understanding of the power she wields off the court. Sure, her and Clark’s rivalry might keep fans glued to the TV during their WNBA matchups, but when it comes to navigating the tricky waters of public opinion, these two are more aligned than anyone might’ve expected. And with the top two selling jerseys in the WNBA, it’s clear that when Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark speak—or choose not to—people listen.
As Reese prepares to face off against Clark in their third WNBA showdown on August 30, fans will be watching not just for the crossovers and three-pointers, but also for the way these two stars continue to handle the pressures of fame with the same grace they show on the hardwood. Just don’t expect any political endorsements from them anytime soon—they’re too busy sticking to what they do best: being the future of women’s basketball.