Angel Reese, once known as the bold “Bayou Barbie” during her NCAA championship run, is under fire in the WNBA — and not for her performance. During a recent game with the Chicago Sky, Reese threw a visible tantrum after being subbed out mid-game, slamming her towel and yelling, “Why you pullin’ me? I ain’t done yet!”
The reason? She had just secured her double-double — but was seen lingering under the basket, chasing stats while ignoring defensive duties. Her coach had enough and benched her.
Analysts were quick to criticize. ESPN’s Monica McNutt stated, “This is the pros. You don’t chase empty rebounds when your team’s losing.”
The incident drew comparisons to Caitlin Clark, who gracefully sat out while nearing a triple-double. Coach Teresa Weatherspoon said postgame, “We’re here to build a winning team — not a highlight reel.”
Reese’s attitude is now under scrutiny, with fans and legends like Tamika Catchings questioning her maturity. The WNBA is watching closely — and Reese’s next move could define her career.
