Jason Whitlock Sparks Outrage, Calls Angel Reese ‘Unskilled’ and Questions Her Physical Makeup

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has become one of the most talked-about names in women’s basketball, but not all the attention has been positive. This week, sports commentator Jason Whitlock unleashed a blistering critique of Reese, labeling her the “most unskilled basketball player in the history of basketball” and questioning her very presence in the league.

Whitlock, known for his no-holds-barred opinions, didn’t hold back. During a recent rant, he dismissed Reese’s accomplishments—despite her national title with LSU and her impressive double-double averages as a professional. “She is awkward… Her lower body seems to be disconnected from her upper body. She’s incredibly unathletic. She has no skill, no postgame. I’m sure Candace Parker watches her and laughs,” Whitlock declared.

The backlash was swift and intense. “That’s the difference between you and Candace Parker—she doesn’t look and laugh, she loves her sisters,” one social media user fired back. Others noted that while pointing out flaws in a rookie’s game is fair play, Whitlock’s tone crossed a line: “Why do it with so much disdain? Someone hurt you bad!”

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Despite the criticism, Reese is still adjusting to the grueling pace and physicality of the WNBA. She continues to make her mark as a rebounding powerhouse and embraces the learning curve, just like fellow rookie and rival sensation Caitlin Clark. While critics like Whitlock are quick to question her future, Reese’s supporters point out her energy and ability to draw new fans to the league—qualities that make her anything but “overrated.”

Even Whitlock’s assertion that Reese is unique for all the wrong reasons sparked debate. “She brings fans and is unique,” another commenter pointed out. “She is definitely not someone to hate on like this.”

As the WNBA season pushes on, Angel Reese is doing what every great athlete does—using criticism as fuel. With time on her side, she’s determined to silence skeptics and let her game do the talking. The road ahead won’t be easy, but if history shows anything, it’s that Angel Reese doesn’t back down. She rises.