Angel Reese Shuts Down Critics After Setting Impressive New WNBA Record
Angel Reese has outdone herself by setting a new WNBA record.
Following the Chicago Sky's game against the Phoenix Mercury on May 27, the WNBA announced that Angel Reese had achieved an impressive feat in only 38 regular-season games.
Angel Reese Sets An Impressive New WNBA Record In Only 38 Regular-Season Games
The WNBA shared a flashy graphic of the sophomore basketball player on X, formerly Twitter, following the Sky's game on Tuesday night. In the post, the league praised Reese, who finished the game with 13 points and 15 rebounds, for becoming the fastest player in the WNBA to reach 500+ points and 500+ rebounds.
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Reese accomplished the feat in just 38 games, soaring past the previous record holder, Tina Charles, who earned the honor after 44 games in 2011.
"ICON BEHAVIOR," ESPN wrote about Reese on X, while her home team, the Chicago Sky, said Reese caught a "first-class ticket to the 500/500 club."
Angel Reese Is Still Facing Criticism From Online Trolls Despite Her Growing Performance
Despite her impressive new record, Reese continues to face criticism from online trolls regarding her shooting percentage. Although she finished the May 27 game with an impressive stat line, which also included three assists and three steals, the 6'3" 23-year-old shot 3 of 9 from the field.
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Two games prior, WNBA spectators had shared their unfiltered thoughts about Reese's on-court ability, as the power forward had gone zero for eight from the field during the Sky's matchup against the New York Liberty.
The negative feedback regarding her game isn't new to Reese, however, who responded to a troll on social media in November 2024 after they questioned her place in the league.
"do you realize I got drafted 7th in my class while "missing layups" as a ROOKIE shooting 39% on the year & was STILL a all star and that was the worst you'll ever see me??? or you just laid up with your dog at home hating Adam??" she wrote.
The Bayou Barbie Shares Uplifting Quotes On Social Media Amid Sky Losing Streak
Instagram Stories | Angel Reese
Reese appears to be keeping her head held high during her second year in the WNBA amid the challenges she has faced thus far.
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On X, the LSU alum reposted a "prayer for the day," which thanked God for his "protection" and asked for "no weapon [to be] formed against" her.
Following her game against the Mercury, Reese shared a spiritual message from her personal account, writing, "God has a plan. Day by day."
The NCAA national champion also shared a similar statement on her Instagram Stories, accompanied by a picture of a Bible verse, which read, "The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time."
Angel Reese Teases Her New Signature Shoe Coming In 2026
Reese's new WNBA record isn't the only accomplishment the basketball player is celebrating these days. On May 28, she acknowledged a series of posts showcasing her logo for her new signature shoe, which is currently scheduled for release in 2026.
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On social media, Reebok posted an exciting clip of the design, which featured the capital A with a halo glistening under bright lights. "Just the beginning," the company captioned the video. "Reebok x Angel: like you've never seen before."
Reese also shared her excitement about her new sneaker and praised the shoe brand for creating a "fire" look for her debut kicks. "It's like my momma named me so perfect because she knew this moment would come!! LOVE LOVE LOVE," she finished.
Reese Won Defensive Player Of The Year In Unrivaled
UNRIVALED
During the WNBA's off-season, Reese, along with several other league players, participated in a new 3x3 league called Unrivaled.
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The company has set a new standard regarding pay for women athletes and has attracted major investors and sponsors, including NBA champion Stephen Curry and the beauty brand Sephora.
Reese's team, ROSE BC, won the league's first-ever championship title, and she was awarded the title of "Defensive Player of the Year." She earned the honor after receiving "the most combined weighted votes from Unrivaled players and coaches, as well as a national panel of sportswriters and broadcasters."
The walking double-double, who led the league in rebounds (averaging 12.1 per game) and led her team in blocked shots, certainly made an impact. "Reese was the anchor all season for the best scoring defense in Unrivaled, allowing 65.2 points per game," the release stated.
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