Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky standout and budding social media philosopher, dropped the mic with a succinct and oh-so-relatable three-word reaction to the 2024 US Presidential election results: “Woke up speechless…”
And really, who could blame her? With Donald Trump on the brink of a historic return to the White House, the entire country, including Reese, seems to be sitting up straight, eyes wide, waiting for what’s next. Reese, who’s usually busy dominating the paint on the basketball court, took a timeout to weigh in—sort of—on the biggest political showdown of the year.
The WNBA star hopped onto X (you know, what we used to call Twitter) to drop her minimalist hot take, and fans immediately grabbed the popcorn.
Let’s break it down: Reese didn’t go into political analysis, endorsement speeches, or candidate disses—no, she kept it simple. After all, who needs a long-winded rant when three words can sum up the nation’s collective shock and awe?
But Hold On… Who Said Athletes Can’t Have Opinions?
Reese, who had previously been a voice encouraging people to vote, admitted earlier this year that politics wasn’t exactly her slam dunk. “I haven’t been able to tap a lot into the political election… so, I’m not that educated right now,” she said. Respect for knowing your limits, right? But she did what any responsible role model would—she told people to vote. Because, you know, democracy is still kind of important.
And let’s be real, Reese isn’t the only baller with something to say. LeBron James and Steph Curry also jumped into the political fray, throwing their support behind Kamala Harris. Curry, in particular, went full-on campaign mode, saying backing Harris was a no-brainer because, among other things, she’s a defender of women’s rights—something his family cares about deeply.
Reese Keeps It Mysterious
Now, Reese isn’t exactly playing her hand when it comes to which side she’s rooting for. While others might be out here dropping endorsements like it’s hot, Reese chose the high road—or, let’s be honest, the safer road—by staying mum on which candidate she favored. A wise move, given the Twitter wars (or is it X wars?) that could ensue. But hey, if you’re known for making clutch decisions on the court, why not carry that off the court too?
As of now, the Associated Press reports Trump is ahead with 267 electoral votes to Kamala Harris’s 224, leaving the nation on the edge of its seat—much like a Game 7 in overtime. Reese’s non-endorsement might not clear up where she stands, but one thing’s for sure: She’s tuned in, just like the rest of us.
What’s Next for Reese? More Tweets or a Block?
With such a mysterious and minimal response, who knows what Angel Reese might drop next. A gif? Another three-word cryptic tweet? A full-on political breakdown? One thing is certain: whether she’s putting up points on the court or staying cryptic online, Reese knows how to keep us guessing.
So, while she may have woken up speechless, the rest of us are just waiting to see what she—or the country—will do next. Keep an eye on that Twitter feed, folks.
