In the world of women’s basketball, Angel Reese isn’t just a rising star—she’s a lightning rod for attention, controversy, and apparently, disinformation campaigns. At just 22, the Chicago Sky forward has become as well-known for her dominant court presence as for the bizarrely persistent rumor mill that surrounds her. And this time, it’s not just her fans who are done with the nonsense—Reese might be ready to lawyer up.
It all started when a headline surfaced on Snapchat suggesting Reese was ready to “quit the WNBA again.” Cue the record scratch—she’s never quit in the first place. If misinformation was a sport, this headline would take home the championship trophy.
Fans weren’t having it. Social media platforms, particularly X.com (formerly known as Twitter, because apparently we rebrand things just for fun now), exploded with outrage.
“I’m sick of it!! It’s time to sue!!” one fan wrote, clearly channeling their inner legal expert.
Another chimed in, “It’s getting out of hand, honestly.”
Even YouTube didn’t escape scrutiny, with fans complaining that searching Reese’s name felt more like dodging an obstacle course of baseless rumors.
“Disgusting,” one fan vented. “I just keep reporting everything I can!” Imagine being so dedicated you moonlight as Angel Reese’s digital bodyguard.
Reese Stays Cool, Critics Get Roasted
While Reese hasn’t yet commented directly on this latest headline fiasco, she’s never been one to back down from critics. Case in point: her winter break cameo at an NBA game between the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic.
Reese threw her support behind the Magic, citing her connection with mentor and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal. The Magic, despite fielding a lineup that might make some G League teams feel cocky, pulled off an 18-104 victory over the Celtics. Naturally, Reese took the opportunity to throw some shade, posting a rhetorical gem online: “What’s my record now???”
Let’s be real—if sarcasm were a stat line, Reese would lead the league.
What’s Next for Angel Reese?
With the WNBA season tipping off on May 17, Reese will have her next chance to silence critics where it matters most: on the hardwood. The Chicago Sky, coming off a disappointing 13-win season, will face Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever in what promises to be a matchup of young stars with something to prove.
But until then, Reese might be plotting her next move off the court. Fans are urging her to sue over the clickbait campaigns tarnishing her image, and honestly, who could blame her? If the disinformation machine can’t figure out that she’s never quit the league, perhaps a courtroom reminder is in order.
In the meantime, Reese continues to shine, proving that no amount of online noise can dim her star power. Whether it’s draining buckets or delivering verbal daggers, Angel Reese knows how to keep us all watching—and talking.