Riley Gaines Unleashes Scathing Attack on Angel Reese After Ejection: Calls Her Arrogant, Unprofessional, and Jealous

Former NCAA swimming champion Riley Gaines has once again set her sights on WNBA star Angel Reese, this time following Reese’s shocking ejection during Tuesday night’s game.

The Chicago Sky forward, known for her fiery personality on the court, found herself at the center of controversy after being tossed from the game against the New York Liberty.

Gaines, who has not shied away from calling out Reese in the past, wasted no time in offering her opinion on the incident.

Taking to social media, Gaines acknowledged Reese’s talent and influence but did not hold back in criticizing what she perceives as flaws in the young athlete’s character.

“Angel Reese has the potential to be a great role model for young girls but she’s shown herself to be arrogant, unprofessional, & jealous,” Gaines posted on her X account, reigniting an ongoing war of words.

Angel Reese’s Controversial Ejection Shakes the WNBA

The heated moment unfolded at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, where Reese, frustrated over a call, received two rapid technical fouls from referee Charles Watson.

The first was reportedly for words exchanged with the official, while the second came after she dismissed the call with an exaggerated hand wave—a gesture that is generally frowned upon in both the WNBA and NBA.

This marks the first ejection of Reese’s career, adding fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding her attitude on and off the court.

Gaines vs. Reese: A Brewing Rivalry?

This is far from the first time Riley Gaines has taken aim at the 22-year-old basketball star.

Earlier this year, Gaines slammed Reese for her remarks about charter flights, calling her “jealous” and “insecure.

” While many assumed the comment was directed at rising WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark, it was later revealed that Reese’s criticism was aimed at basketball legend Charles Barkley.

The tension between Reese and her critics, including Gaines, has been amplified as debates over physicality in the WNBA rage on.

Clark, who has been on the receiving end of some particularly hard fouls, has become a lightning rod for discussions about fairness and officiating in women’s basketball.

Even legendary UConn coach Geno Auriemma weighed in, suggesting that Clark’s Indiana Fever team was being unfairly “targeted” by aggressive play.

Divided Reactions from Fans and Players

The incident has ignited a firestorm on social media, with fans passionately defending both Reese and Gaines.

Supporters of the Sky forward argue that she is being unfairly scrutinized simply for expressing her emotions, while critics, including Gaines, claim her behavior is detrimental to the league’s professionalism.

Reese herself has yet to directly respond to Gaines’ latest comments, but given her outspoken nature, a fiery comeback may be on the horizon.

One thing is certain: the drama surrounding Angel Reese, Riley Gaines, and the larger WNBA landscape is far from over.

The Bigger Picture: A WNBA Culture War?

As the WNBA continues to gain mainstream attention, incidents like Reese’s ejection and Gaines’ public criticisms highlight a broader conversation about the expectations placed on female athletes.

While some celebrate the passion and intensity that players like Reese bring to the game, others argue that professionalism and decorum must remain a priority.

With stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drawing unprecedented attention to women’s basketball, the stakes are higher than ever.

Whether the controversy will ultimately help or hinder the WNBA’s growth remains to be seen.

One thing is clear: Riley Gaines is not backing down, and neither is Angel Reese.