Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese faces harsh criticism after her team fails to win in recent outings. Critics claim she chases personal numbers instead of victories. Fans say the spotlight on her is excessively critical.
She and teammate Rhyne Howard missed the WNBA All-Star starters spot despite fan pushes. Some point to the TV deal for shifting how players gain recognition. Reese’s backers point to her high shooting numbers and dispute claims she plays like Caitlin Clark.