After helping lead her team to a dominant preseason victory, WNBA rookie Angel Reese should have been celebrating her success. Instead, she found herself trending for a completely different reason — one that left fans, players, and media personalities shocked and outraged.

In a viral post-game ranking, one major sports outlet listed Angel Reese as the “worst WNBA player in history” — a headline so outrageous, so off-base, that even neutral fans were calling foul. And Reese? She didn’t stay silent. She fired back, hard.

 A Statement Game Overshadowed by Insult

Just hours before the rankings dropped, Reese had one of her best performances yet — grabbing double-digit rebounds, altering shots at the rim, and bringing relentless energy on both ends of the floor. Her team cruised to victory, and Reese’s impact was undeniable.

Coaches praised her hustle. Analysts highlighted her improved footwork and rebounding instinct. Teammates were hyped. But somehow, instead of applause, she woke up to a headline labeling her the “worst ever.”

“Y’all gotta be kidding me. After THAT game? After what I just did for this team? Nah, we not letting this slide,” Reese said in a fiery Instagram Live session.

 Angel Reese Claps Back

Never one to back down from criticism, Angel Reese took to social media within hours. Her tone? Blunt. Bold. Unfiltered.

“Call me whatever you want. But don’t disrespect my work ethic. Don’t act like I ain’t earned my spot. Don’t erase what I’ve already done.”

She also posted a highlight reel from the game with the caption:
“WORST in HISTORY? LMAOOOO watch the tape.”

Her post immediately went viral, pulling support from WNBA veterans, college stars, and even some NBA players who praised her for standing her ground.

 Fans & Players Rally Behind Reese

The backlash toward the disrespectful ranking was swift. Fans flooded the original post with angry comments. Analysts pointed out that labeling any rookie — especially one fresh off a strong game — the “worst in history” was not just reckless, but downright harmful.

WNBA star Arike Ogunbowale tweeted:

“Put some respect on Angel Reese’s name. That girl’s a hooper. Period.”

Even former rival and now fellow rookie Caitlin Clark indirectly showed support by reposting Reese’s highlight clip with fire emojis.’

The message was clear: The league sees her. The fans see her. And they’ve got her back. Why This Moment Matters

Angel Reese has always been a lightning rod — unapologetically confident, vocal, and emotional on the court. But that doesn’t make her any less talented. In fact, it’s part of what’s made her a cultural force in women’s basketball.

To go from NCAA champion and Final Four MVP to being called the “worst in history” after just one game in the WNBA is not just ridiculous — it’s a sign of the double standard female athletes, especially Black women, often face.

“If a male rookie had my stat line and we won like that, he’d be ‘next up.’ But for me? I’m ‘worst ever’? Make it make sense,” Reese added in her live.

The Numbers Don’t Lie

Let’s break it down. In her recent performance, Angel Reese recorded:

12 points

11 rebounds

3 blocks

High defensive efficiency

Strong leadership on and off the court

Those are not numbers that scream “worst ever.” If anything, they scream “promising rookie making immediate impact.”

And this is just the preseason. She’s only getting started.

 Final Word: Angel’s Not Backing Down

Angel Reese has faced criticism before — from media, from fans, even from opposing teams. But what she’s shown over and over again is this:

She hears it.
She feels it.
And she uses it as fuel.

Whether you love her or love to root against her, one thing is clear: Angel Reese is here to stay. And if this is what she’s doing in preseason, the league better get ready for what’s next.

“Keep watching. I’m only going up from here.”