Angel Reese GOES NUTS After DECLARED Worst Shooter in HISTORY! THIS IS BAD!

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A chart circulating across sports Twitter and basketball forums this week laid it all bare: Angel Reese, standing 6’4” and playing a bruising power forward role, is shooting just 31% on layup attempts.

To put that in perspective, the league average for layups is 69%. Among WNBA players with at least 35 attempts, Reese ranks dead last. Out of 54 layup tries, she’s made only 16, missing 38. For a player drafted to be a force in the paint, these numbers are more than just a cold streak — they’re a red flag.

It’s rare for a single stat to go viral, but Reese’s layup percentage has done just that. The memes came fast, the side-by-side comparisons with other bigs even faster. Aaliyah Boston, another 6’4” power forward, is converting at the league average — 69% — on similar volume. Camila Cardoso, Reese’s own teammate, is at 56.2%. Even Kelsey Plum, a 5’8” guard, is making 42% of her layups, a full 11 points better than Reese.

Fans, analysts, and even opposing coaches have started asking the same question: What’s really going on with Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky?

The numbers are ugly, but the film might be worse. In one viral clip, Reese grabs an offensive rebound, but instead of setting her feet or scanning the defense, she keeps her eyes off the rim and flings the ball up from her hip. The shot is rushed, awkward, and misses badly. It’s the kind of play that has become all too familiar for Sky fans this season.

Analysts are quick to point out that these aren’t just random mistakes — they’re habits. Reese’s layup attempts often look panicked, with little lift, poor body control, and almost no eye contact with the rim. She’s forcing the action, skipping the fundamentals, and relying on her size to muscle through defenders. The result? Missed opportunities and mounting frustration.

“When you watch the tape, it’s clear something’s off,” said former WNBA coach Lisa Williams. “She’s not squaring up, she’s not taking her time. There’s a lack of confidence in those finishes, and defenses are starting to exploit it.”

For the Chicago Sky, Reese’s struggles aren’t just a personal issue — they’re a team problem. The Sky rely on their bigs to create easy points inside, clean up missed shots, and set a physical tone. When one of those bigs is missing more layups than she makes, it changes how defenses play. Opponents can collapse on Reese, daring her to finish, while focusing more attention on shooters and other post threats.

Every missed layup is a wasted second-chance opportunity. Every forced shot lets the defense reset. And with the Sky already fighting for playoff position in a competitive Eastern Conference, those missed points add up fast.

Some critics have wondered if Reese’s issues are purely individual, or if the Sky’s system is making things worse. After all, Cardoso is thriving in the same offense. But the difference, according to analysts, is in decision-making. Cardoso is patient, uses her footwork, and finishes through contact. Reese, meanwhile, often tries to force a tough shot instead of kicking the ball out or finding a better angle.

“There are times when Reese grabs the board and goes right back up, no matter how many defenders are around her,” said WNBA analyst Marcus Grant. “That’s predictable. Defenses know what’s coming, and they’re ready for it.”

Grant and others argue that Reese could transform her efficiency — and the Sky’s offense — by making a few simple adjustments: slow down, keep her eyes on the rim, and, when in doubt, pass to the open shooter or Cardoso, who’s proven to be a far more reliable finisher.

Social media hasn’t been kind. The jokes, memes, and hot takes have been relentless. Some fans have dubbed Reese “allergic to easy buckets.” Others are genuinely concerned about her development. Is this a sign that she’s not ready for the WNBA? Or is it just a rookie learning curve?

There’s also a more nuanced conversation happening beneath the noise. Many point out that Reese’s rebounding and defensive energy are still elite. She’s among the league leaders in offensive rebounds, giving her team extra possessions. The problem is what happens next.

“She doesn’t have to be the one taking every shot after a rebound,” said Williams. “Her real strength could be dominating the glass and making the right read — sometimes that’s a quick outlet, sometimes it’s a pass to Cardoso, sometimes it’s kicking out to the perimeter.”

The good news for Reese and the Sky is that her biggest weakness is fixable. Layup technique can be drilled. Decision-making can improve with experience and coaching. The Sky’s staff, recognizing the issue, has reportedly started working with Reese on finishing drills and situational awareness.

Fans, too, are rooting for her. “I want her to succeed,” said longtime Sky supporter Julia Sanders. “She brings so much energy and passion to the game. If she can clean up those layups, she’ll be a star.”

For now, though, the numbers are what they are. Reese’s 31% layup percentage stands out as a glaring weakness, but it doesn’t have to define her season — or her career.

Basketball, at its core, is about fundamentals, teamwork, and making the most of every opportunity. For Angel Reese, the challenge is clear: slow down, trust her teammates, and focus on the basics. If she can do that, the viral charts and memes will fade, replaced by the highlight reels everyone expected when she entered the league.