Angel Reese’s 36 Seconds That Shook Her Career
A 36-second clip from the Chicago Sky’s latest loss is going viral — and it might mark a turning point in Angel Reese’s career. During a rough game, Reese missed her third uncontested layup in one possession, prompting the commentator to mutter on air: “She doesn’t even belong here.”
That unscripted remark has been viewed over 11 million times, sparking memes, outrage, and quiet corporate concerns. Sources claim Reebok — set to launch Reese’s 2026 shoe line — has already pulled preview displays and paused marketing.
Even Shaquille O’Neal, who championed her signing, has gone silent. “Shaq’s always loud… this time? Nothing,” said one insider.
The backlash follows weeks of poor performance, with Reese’s layup conversion rate among the WNBA’s worst. ESPN data also shows Sky games without Caitlin Clark see a 60% viewership drop.
As one strategist noted: “It’s hard to sell a performance shoe around someone whose most viral moments come from not performing.”
For now, Reebok hasn’t pulled out officially — but the silence speaks volumes.
