In a plot twist fit for a soap opera, Angel Reese, basketball’s reigning queen of double-doubles, has been pulled into the ongoing drama between soccer superstar Trinity Rodman and her larger-than-life father, Dennis Rodman. The WNBA sensation didn’t sign up for this, but her name popped up faster than a Rodman rebound in Trinity’s fiery tell-all interview with Alex Cooper on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast.
Reese, who’s drawn comparisons to Dennis Rodman for her ability to dominate the boards, became an unintentional lightning rod (pun fully intended) for family tension. Why? Because she dared to wear the NBA Hall of Famer’s vintage Detroit Pistons jersey during the 2024 WNBA season. Harmless, right? Not according to Trinity.
Trinity Rodman: No Shade, But All the Feels
“I’m not throwing shade at anybody,” Trinity began—because nothing screams “shade incoming” quite like that disclaimer. “But I remember Angel Reese wore his jersey in one game, and there was a picture of them.” She then dropped a truth bomb that could make any therapist raise an eyebrow: “As a daughter, seeing that, it’s like… no shade, but damn, I wish I was it.”
Ouch. Trinity, who has had a rocky relationship with her father, wasn’t just talking about a jersey or a photo. She was venting years of frustration about a man known as much for his colorful antics as his basketball prowess.
To add more spice, she didn’t hold back on describing her father’s past struggles, calling him an “alcoholic” and recounting how his surprise appearance at one of her playoff games in 2021 left her more blindsided than a goalkeeper facing a Trinity Rodman penalty kick.
Dennis Rodman Responds: A Hall of Fame Apology
Like any good drama, this one had a heartfelt Instagram monologue from the misunderstood dad. Dennis Rodman took to social media, expressing regret and a longing for reconciliation with his daughter. “Sorry I wasn’t the Dad you wanted me to be,” he wrote, in a post dripping with emojis and late-night sincerity. He pledged to keep trying, even if his voicemails go straight to the dreaded “delete” button.
Rodman also made it clear he’s been keeping tabs on Trinity’s meteoric rise in soccer. And why wouldn’t he? She’s got an Olympic gold medal, an NWSL championship with the Washington Spirit, and a knack for scoring goals that probably makes defenders cry themselves to sleep.
Angel Reese: The Unintentional Instigator
As for Angel Reese, she’s been living her best life, blissfully unaware that her Pistons jersey moment would become the metaphorical straw stirring the Rodman family cocktail. Known for her unapologetic confidence, Reese is unlikely to let this drama dent her crown. But let’s be real—if anyone can handle being dragged into someone else’s feud, it’s the LSU legend who eats internet trolls for breakfast.
The Bigger Picture
While the drama might have started with a jersey and a photo op, it’s clearly about much more than basketball or soccer. Trinity’s candid comments about her father highlight the complexities of family relationships, even for those with gold medals and Hall of Fame careers.
As for Dennis, his heartfelt plea shows he’s willing to keep reaching out, one voicemail at a time. And Angel Reese? Well, she’ll probably keep racking up double-doubles while unwittingly playing a supporting role in the Rodman saga.
In the end, this story isn’t just about sports—it’s a reminder that even the biggest stars sometimes grapple with the smallest, most human struggles. And if nothing else, it proves that Angel Reese’s crossover game extends beyond the basketball court and straight into pop culture.
