Angel Reese Defends Rookie Performance Amid Criticism

WNBA star Angel Reese, a rookie with the Chicago Sky, recently responded to criticism on social media regarding her layup performance, asserting her achievements despite a 39% shooting percentage. Reese highlighted her draft position as the seventh overall pick and her selection as an All-Star, emphasizing her record-breaking rookie season, where she became the first player in league history to achieve a triple-double and set a record for the fastest 20 double-doubles. Critics focused on her shooting, but Reese's defensive prowess and rebounding skills were widely acknowledged. The Sky's season ended without a playoff berth, but Reese's performance provided hope for the franchise's rebuilding efforts. Her response on X reflects her confidence and determination to improve and silence doubters in her future seasons. Reese's unapologetic attitude is further evident in her podcast, 'Unapologetically Angel,' where she addresses negative media narratives.