💥 BREAKING: Angel Reese Sparks Firestorm After Refusing to Celebrate Pride Month — Says “WOKE Doesn’t Deserve to Be Celebrated”
In a bombshell revelation that has sent shockwaves through the WNBA community, Chicago Sky star Angel Reese announced during a post-practice media session on Monday that she will not be taking part in any Pride Month celebrations. “The whole WOKE thing doesn’t deserve to be celebrated,” Reese said firmly, drawing audible gasps from reporters. Within minutes, her comments exploded across social media, igniting one of the most intense public controversies of her young career.
According to multiple sources present at the press conference, Reese appeared calm but unflinching as she made the statement, even as questions from journalists grew increasingly pointed. When asked to clarify her remarks, she simply added, “This is about values — and what’s real,” before walking off the podium without taking further questions. The abrupt end to the session left both her teammates and team staff visibly tense. The Sky organization later released a short statement emphasizing its “commitment to inclusion and respect,” but stopped short of directly addressing Reese’s comments — a silence that has only added fuel to the fire.
Across social media, the reaction was instant and polarizing. Supporters praised Reese for “speaking her truth” and refusing to “bow to public pressure,” while critics called her comments “deeply disappointing” and “dangerous,” accusing her of alienating the very community that has helped elevate women’s basketball. LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, including Athlete Ally and GLAAD, have reportedly reached out to the WNBA for a formal response, with one spokesperson saying, “This isn’t just about one player’s opinion — it’s about the message this league sends to millions of fans.”
Reese, 22, has long been one of the most outspoken and marketable young stars in the league, known for her confidence, charisma, and unapologetic self-expression. But this latest controversy could represent a turning point in her public image. Several former players have privately expressed concern that her comments may cause friction within the locker room — especially in a league where inclusivity has been central to its identity since its founding. One veteran told The Athletic, “This league was built by women who fought to be seen and accepted. Comments like this cut deep.”
As of late Monday night, neither Reese nor her representatives had issued further clarification. Sources close to the Sky’s management say team officials are “monitoring the situation closely,” wary of potential backlash from sponsors and fans. Some analysts have speculated that the WNBA itself could step in, as the league has historically taken strong public stances on issues of equality and representation.
Meanwhile, online debates continue to rage, with hashtags like #AngelReese and #WOKEcontroversy trending nationwide. Sports pundits on ESPN and Fox Sports debated whether Reese’s stance was an act of courage or self-sabotage. One commentator bluntly stated, “You can be bold and authentic, but in today’s world, you can’t be reckless with your platform.”
For now, Reese remains silent — and the basketball world waits. Will this controversy fade as quickly as it erupted, or will it define the next chapter of one of the league’s brightest, yet most polarizing stars? One thing is certain: Angel Reese’s words have struck a nerve, and the echo of this moment will linger long after the final buzzer…
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