Angel Reese spent part of her WNBA offseason supporting her younger brother, Julian Reese, during his time with the New Orleans Pelicans. However, the Atlanta Dream forward found herself entertained by the conversations coming from fans seated behind her rather than the action on the court.
A video of Reese reacting to the spectators has since circulated on social media. She questioned how confidently some fans discussed the players and joked that their commentary belonged on the broadcast.
“I hear these people behind us. The way they’re talking crazy about these players. They need to be in the broadcast. The way they talking like they know basketball. Is this what happens during the games?” Reese said.
Angel Reese was SHOCKED that basketball fans were talking about basketball at a basketball game 🤯
“I hear these people behind us. The way they’re talking crazy about these players. They need to be in the broadcast. The way they talking like they know basketball. Is this what…
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While it was her natural reaction to her surroundings, the WNBA star’s comments drew attention online, with some fans pointing out that outspoken spectators are part of the experience at NBA games.
“She didn’t recognize the conversation because she knows nothing about basketball,” a fan commented.
“I don’t get it. She’s shocked NBA fans talk about basketball??” another one added.
“Please don't blame her. Having fans in the stands isn't something she's familiar with,” a third fan quipped.
Article Continues Below“This is what WNBA players think of basketball. They're laughing at you for watching it,” another comment read.
“That's how she rolls….low IQ at its best! 😂😂” a fan wrote.
Reese was in New Orleans to support Julian, who is working to establish himself in the NBA. The former Maryland forward is on a two-way contract with the Pelicans. He appeared in four minutes during the team's 142-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, recording two rebounds without scoring.