Angel Reese reacts to Alyssa Thomas' hard foul, ejection | SportsCenter

See top plays from the Connecticut Sun's 86-82 victory over the Chicago Sky, highlighted by Alyssa Thomas' hard foul and subsequent ejection as Angel Reese spoke on the matter in postgame.
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[@ghsense2626]

They made us believe Angel Reese would really struggle in the WNBA but she's doing her thing

[@weare1634]

@@UncleRuckusCommentary You guys love lying for no reason. smh

[@user-se7hf3vm3v]

​@@UncleRuckusCommentaryBecky with the dog hair 😂😂😂

[@mictza450]

@@UncleRuckusCommentaryEarning those buttered biscuits by any means huh

[@Taparrish7Outof100]

@@weare1634bruh do you realise that the man tag is “UncleRuckus??”. He is blatantly trolling you

[@Taparrish7Outof100]

@@UncleRuckusCommentary Sure 👍

[@elr8732]

The best response in sports history 🎉🎉

[@samueldavis5895]

It was honestly my initial thought… this is the big leagues and this stuff happens

[@AnontheGOAT]

Naw

[@karljackson6036]

That was some WWF sh_t!! Who does that player think they are; The Undertaker. That was a choke-slam. 😧 Miss me with that, we ain't cool.

[@byrondelgado9135]

Why does Clark live in her head, even when others are grabbing her by the neck.. jealous much? She’s cool with that. It’s all fun till someone gets hurt.

[@georgeevans1149]

​@@byrondelgado9135y'all simple minded people say anything on social media.... nobody worried about CC but you and AR living rent free in your head....at least AR doesn't cry and yell at the refs everytime she get touched....biased hypocritical and simple minded much

[@meljohn2202]

They’re not suppose to be nice but they aren’t suppose to be overly aggressive either. Foul wasn’t called for

[@user-se7hf3vm3v]

I take it you never played organized sports 😂😂

[@aldohattonduran5227]

But her KARMA ♻️♻️♻️ wasssss 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jcd1375]

@@user-se7hf3vm3v You call grabbing someone by the throat and slamming them and risking a brain bleed as her head hits the ground organized? maybe in the projects thug.

[@candicewatts9810]

Welp, they're not supposed to be a$$asins either

[@intothefrayyo]

@@aldohattonduran5227Karma?

[@DW20uno]

Angel be trolling tf out the VETs. 😩 She really be getting in their heads. Last game, she had JJ so frustrated. 😂😭 And the season just started, more to come.

[@aimeesimoneaux6197]

Angel plays physical ball and has passion! She’s going to be 🔥in this league!

[@AnniceMichelle]

Prove it because last I checked, all she did was play them like she was a pro. Let me guess she's supposed to play with fear.

[@aimeesimoneaux6197]

@@AnniceMichelle whom are you replying to? I don’t see anyone discrediting Angel’s play! I’ve watched her play college ball for 2 years; her play hasn’t changed, other than she’s a little faster playing both sides of the court.

[@darrickbrown88]

That explains why JJ, after already being in foul trouble, blatantly shoulder bumped Angel as Reese was simply running back down court. 😂 It was out of nowhere without any apparent reason

[@smvballer6]

Bro. Angel Reese knows how to sell the game and I love that 🔥. They need this

[@contactpq]

Eventually dem clear folks gonna catch on and start investing in her talents

[@terrichristensen5612]

What sell

[@antoinepowell649]

Dam she wise at 22 years old she understand her role

[@denisebailey3226]

We love your attitude Reese! Many are watching the WNBA just because of you girlie!!!!!!

[@jonnycashh3876]

💯💯💯 imma dude and it’s facts

[@Asterisks12]

should watch it for the sport itself instead

[@aldohattonduran5227]

And MANY MORE are watching because of Carlin C 😂

[@2019_NBA_CHAMPS]

@@aldohattonduran5227at least spell her name right 😅

[@dphilosopher06]

Facts her and Clark brought a lot of new fans

[@Deined]

Anyone who still wants to question Reese's toughness and commitment to the game needs to see this.

[@ricosuave3565]

She's a Baller.

[@Amburrrr23]

They aren't supposed to try and kill you either!

[@candicewatts9810]

that part right there! facts

[@oaklandtraphouse]

She definitely wasn't going to die

[@Amburrrr23]

@oaklandtraphouse who said she was going to die?

[@carolinesally8975]

She didnt die,did she

[@Amburrrr23]

Sarcasm must be far and beyond some people's intelligence 😅

[@tommy2chips]

I am glad she is alright

[@vraiking]

She fouled her 4 times in a row in the minute leading up to this. First it was a hip check to throw her down and she fell on her, then an threw elbow on the other end, then hip checked her to throw her down again then it culminated in the choke slam and there was finally a whistle. Crazy stuff for real…

[@weare1634]

yea that was crazy and uncalled for. smh

[@nkrumahhowell3723]

All Facts. It was like the refs were going to let him/her beat Reese up, so the Thomas guy just got ruffer & more crazy.

[@candicewatts9810]

Looks like most people missed it, but we know this was preplanned, by the time she went WWE! Ms. AC vet FAFO Angel wasn't play'n and couldn't take it no mo!🤣🤣🤣Nearly every highlight of Angel's game show her giv'n that heffa the business

[@BryantBrothers-gm1qx]

Yeah it was starting to be a bit much,the refs should have said something before her last attack on Angel

[@kiteracer2497]

​@BryantBrothers-gm1qx that's what I was thinking. But supposedly, or someone said Reese had been rough with her throughout the game

[@Juan_nicolas4]

Angel is gonna be alright and the W. I’m supporting her throughout her career. She took that hit as a Champ💪🏽

[@vvinson808]

Angel Reese is all dog! She put the whole league on notice with those postgame comments! 💪🏾

[@UltimateCombatSportsNetwork]

😂 she a Dog alright

[@kayleneferrell4206]

You know wasn’t a fan of Reese in college but she has earned an immense amount of respect from me these last few weeks. She plays hard and don’t back down from anything I apologize for even having the mindset I did about the girl when she was in college.

[@keyandriastewart2690]

You shouldn’t have had that mindset at all most of yall at the time didn’t have a legit reason to not like her

[@QueenChastity]

"earned" lol! 😂

[@kayleneferrell4206]

@@keyandriastewart2690 I’ll say this I didn’t watch 2 years ago when they won the natty I watched this year and how she played she had good stats but looked lazy and like she didn’t care in college all last year that’s why I didn’t respect her. Seen plenty of people with talent who got lazy after success and that’s what it felt like someone who won and didn’t care anymore. Her attitude been completely different on the court in the wnba

[@kayleneferrell4206]

@@QueenChastity yes earning respect is a thing it’s not given 😂😂😂

[@keyandriastewart2690]

@@kayleneferrell4206 that don’t make sense at all

[@brooklynadezbaby]

There's always hate for Reese somehow. Instead of mentioning her accomplishment and leaving at that. He throws in there's room for improvement she shot under 50% in all her games so far. That would be fine if the keep the same energy with Caitlin Clark but they don't. Caitlin is 1 and 6, averaging 5.3 turnovers, averaging under 50% from the field as well 37.1 to be exact. She has 31.6 3pt FG%, she terrible on defense and her plus/minus is -10.3 and all you hear them say about Caitlin is she had 20 points. If were going to talk about what they did will then let's talk about what they did well and leave it at that. But if we're going to critique Angel's game then let's critique Caitlins game because as you can see. CC as you guys like to call her has a lot to critique. 💯

[@BruceLee-vh1bv]

I was thinking the exact same thing, they had him say that because Reese is having a better season thus far than Clark is. So, they had to make sure to let everyone know She needs improvement. All rookies obviously need improvement but They only admit when it comes to Reese.

[@contactpq]

Its ESPN ... They are not allowed to speak highly black athletes

[@Ambrizzle33]

@@BruceLee-vh1bvthey’re trying to give CC that ROTY no matter what.

[@anajalenamassey]

​@@Ambrizzle33literally it doesn't matter what happens she could tear ACL right now and it's still win it and that's sad

[@JustTheFacts45]

The only reason people are watching and celebrities are attending games is Queen Clark. She's supported by Steph and Bron yall need to go sit somewhere

[@mcshade5969]

Draymond's sister doing him proud in the WNBA

[@newera7443]

😂

[@Nu-Kreation]

That's a good 1 brethren 😅😅😅😅

[@Backpackfiles]

LOL!!!

[@brian1011234]

🤣😂

[@CloudKyte]

Oh so now espn wants to talk about the sky.

[@SplitTHEBILLIDKY]

Actually ESPN just struck a deal for sky and fever games

[@jasonkowens6820]

It's not just them no one used to and now everyone does

[@captainfat581]

You know why. The face of the WNBA haven't won nothing but 1game.

[@moosedagreat]

only because something negative happened. They was hoping she said something violently

[@El_Chuncho]

Meanwhile Kahleah Copper of the Phoenix Mercury is averaging nearly 30 ppg.

[@Bella24Forever]

Post more Angel Reese

[@Zillamike21]

Easy to look at too

[@EaZyKiNg]

Angel Reese has such a good attitude it's wild that the opposite is sometimes portrayed. Handled that so well!

[@anotherelvis]

Compare that to Nurkic responding to Draymond. I don't know what I like better.

[@jennes3200]

A dirty flagrant 2 foul is not a “welcome to the league moment” it’s just a dirty play, happens everywhere

[@25lighters91]

Exactly why its a welcome...dirty plays should also be expected time to time realistically

[@phonefamoustv7930]

“Welcome to the WNBA moment” speak to the intent of the person committing the foul. It’s not about the flagrant being exclusive to the WNBA.

[@karenstewart-my1yq]

And newbies watching the WNBA don't like it. We can go to watch roller derby or women's wrestling if we want to see that kind of play. Angel promotes that kind of play by her response. Baltimore Barbie...most don't like it.

[@jackjohnson8244]

Reese is a pro, she doesn't want to be gifted anything on the court.

[@STEVESMITH-zx3ez]

Deep down inside she wasn't feeling that bs. One day when people can really express how they feel is what I'm looking forward to. Hope she keeps being great.

[@bluegardian3876]

🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@gregoryforte8876]

Why did the refs allow this type of play to get out of hand. Rough play is One thing but when it becomes dangerous and possibly career ending. The league has to make players accountable.

[@v2807]

I really think she should be expelled from the league. Some players are proud of fouling and not getting called. People keep talking about the “physicality” of the wnba. Basketball is not supposed to be a contact sport. Not intentional contact. They play like a hack pick up game and it needs to stop. Expelling this woman, or at least giving a serious 3-5 game suspension would set an example.

[@redscorpion9325]

​@@v2807Expelled is extreme,ejection was the right call,and if she continues doing it,then Suspend her for a certain amount of Games

[@v2807]

@@redscorpion9325 i agree expelled is extreme. But what she did was flagrant. It could have caused lasting damage. Accidents are one thing, but women shouldn’t have their literal lives threatened by other players. That may sound over dramatic, but considering the head injury risk, I don’t think it is.

[@brandonleemoss]

Exactly she literally looked at the ref the second time she messed with her and they just allowed it. The third time she literally popped angel in the back of the head in the fourth time is when she choked her out in the air 😰 If you watch the whole sequence it was four times in a row😮

[@blu2937]

They don't know how to make calls

[@Teddy42O]

Angel enters the WNBA with a better attitude than Catlin Clark.

[@Davis23466]

Facts Ted

[@antimike11]

That's the right attitude

[@PrettyTonyi]

Did Clark even say anything? All I see is her playing, she don't speak really

[@tommy2chips]

Caitlin Clark has not said anything. Her fans has done most of the talking

[@PrettyTonyi]

@@tommy2chips that's what I thought. If Clark said something out of pocket we sure would've seen it everywhere.

[@micro-jx8xb]

Announcers and officials are also to blame for downplaying the incident.

[@shadowpop5895]

That girl needs to be suspended.

[@Dre51255]

And Without pay for the entire year!

[@nkrumahhowell3723]

I agree. It was the way she looked back while Angel was down; like I'll do it again & the way she exited the court like she did absolutely nothing.

[@Dre51255]

@@nkrumahhowell3723 She exited the court like a coward. Reese passed by her giving her eye contact and the stud looked the other way until she passed Angel then had something to say.

[@Ambrizzle33]

If this was a different rookie she would be. 😩

[@QueenChastity]

Yes. Suspend Her ASAP!

[@getmoneychill6462]

ESPN wanted a different response

[@brandonleemoss]

100 you already know😮🎉

[@jonnycashh3876]

Oh yeaaa Reese’s on ESPN ?? Shidddd they heard us !..☝🏾🔥💪🏾

[@mickeydooley2230]

Yep, just to stop you people from once again, whining and crying. DEI highlights.

[@jonnycashh3876]

@@mickeydooley2230 thanks for the reply

[@Obosii]

Discovered women’s basketball because of Caitlin Clark. Respect. But I’m still here because of Angel Reese. When it comes to promoting the WNBA, Reese seems to understand the assignment better than anyone. Looking forward to the Sky vs the Fever.

[@mrbingo7564]

Stop lying Clark did not make you watch the WNBA that’s Cap This her 1st year. You Discovered her after she lost to LSU just like most of your lying a** fake fans. Trying so hard to go out y’all way to make it seem like Clark the one who bought the eyes to Women’s Basketball. Give Reese and LuS the respect the deserved you cow**ds.

[@Yoodoooo]

Candace Parker? Maya Moore? Breyanna Stewart? 😂😂😂 many more greats why do yall act like this a new sport 😂😂

[@Yungtoasty1]

Why her teammates didn’t stand up for her?

[@redscorpion9325]

They think thats normal or maybe they didn't see how she got slammed

[@BruceLee-vh1bv]

Why did he have to make that last response about room for improvement. All rookies need to to improve

[@triggatrey2112]

Right. Felt like they had to find a way to dampen the moment for whatever reason.

[@kmoliere504]

We love you, Big Reese! Keep playing!

[@nkrumahhowell3723]

That UFC throw down by the neck was ridiculously dangerous. Especially after she had just tackled her & elbowed her the previous possession. She needs to be suspended for at least a game.

[@v2807]

I think she should be expelled. What she did was assault. Doesn’t matter if it was during a basketball game.

[@25lighters91]

@@v2807 Don't watch sports please

[@v2807]

@@25lighters91 worry about yourself. I’m watching sports right now! 🤪. Also, I think you need to take a closer look. When she follows through with her hand at the end of the throwdown, she shows intention. The only way to protect players and elevate the league is to punish that intent to harm.

[@karoltowns8384]

Angel know how tough the game is and she WILL battle back. She didn’t come to play games, she came to play ball!

[@YourJamaicanChief]

See Reese don’t cry or complain

[@Sportsguy0258]

Lmao I wonder after they talk about CC do they say. There’s room for improvement because she’s leading the league in turnovers or do they just glaze her non stop.

[@okthen5566]

She'll be injured soon

[@shundeehott4762]

​@okthen5566 😂😂😂😂 not funny but funny bc we all know how it goes

[@terrichristensen5612]

You are so funny and ignorant. CC still has great stats and it’s an adjustment for anyone coming in. WTH do you care?

[@sherylgeorge7230]

Mad respect for Angel Reese!! Loving the player & her game!! #OneToWatch!!

[@jrryder244]

She literally attacked Angel the previous four plays before she was finally called for anything! That girl is not cool with you Angel, she tried to hurt you.

[@bluegardian3876]

🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@ZandeKongo]

The Sky lost a game they should've won because their engine was basically taken out. Angel was handling both Alyssa and Dewanna before the flagrant. And she was doing well on the offense as well, on course to a 20 point game.

[@itsthecrimboss]

She has poor teammates they didn't want any part of that

[@brandonleemoss]

No they just look at Angel is a leader already Mebrey was there to support her though

[@Aaron.Davis56]

Watching from CT and Suns fan. AT is all business, nothing personal. Shout out to Reese for not giving the fans and media what they were hoping for!

[@ctbt1832]

She had a problem, stopping Angel Reese that’s why she did it. Angel Reese got under her skin. But whoever she is, she need to be careful and not do something foolish like that again

[@HashimWarren]

Reese answered that question like a pro 💯

[@Dontplaygranny33]

❤❤❤ she deserves to be covered by all media

[@Blackjesus83]

She built different. That's the mentality you need. Don't be crying and sh*t. Let's go champ. Chitown 1luv 💙💯✊🏿🙏🏿

[@carmenimorales2792]

But you know she would not have done that to CC they would have suspended her at least 5 games. Probably taken her off the floor in cuffs …Man this is crazy, who paid those refs to look away?

[@ReginaldVannison7777]

We’re of Jacob’s seed…”The one ppl shall be stronger than the other ppl.” Angel is made from the strongest stock of all. So it makes sense for her to be strong physically and mentally. Still, she could’ve been severely injured; safety first. The wnba need to set standards that certain physical plays won’t be tolerated period.

[@lyndalehampton9641]

Caitlin Clark fans can learn from Angel Reese‘s and real basketball fans they’re not supposed to give you anything.

[@v2807]

That’s ridiculous. Fouls shouldn’t be something they’re proud of. Only hacks foul on purpose.

[@startrekmelo2749]

Leave Clark out of this post. This about Angel. I didn't like that foul. That was terrible for anybody.

[@MoistDelta.]

I thought I was watching the WWE the way Reese was choke slammed. Yes they aren't supposed to be nice but you can still call it what it is, a dirty play

[@ejgomes8311]

When Kamila comes back its going to be 🔥🔥🔥🔥😂

[@brandonleemoss]

All joking aside she would have been a massive difference Maker due to her height in her rebounding is a matter of fact it was the rebounding that really sealed the deal in this game when you look at the stats😮 I mean scoring matters above everything but there was getting killed in the rebounds

[@chadarnold4237]

Angel gonna be one of the dawgs I. The league I hope those old ladies ready for what they creating 🎉🎉🎉

[@letswork2189]

Not that’s a classy response ❤❤❤ She understands the assignment 💪🏾💪🏾

[@Davelove.]

Caitlin Clark will never say that.

[@desotohybrid2175]

Her fans would have wanted Thomas kicked out the league 😂

[@troy6606]

U sheep are so easily fooled. She’s just saying what u want to hear. Didn’t we just learn this girl lies with her recent tweets?And yes, this is a lot better then crying & playing victim “I’ve been sexualised 😢I’ve been this I’ve been that”

[@startrekmelo2749]

I wouldn't either lol. Nobody wanna be slammed on their head. Reese looked hurt bad. I'm glad she ok.

[@kuunami]

I guess because so many of her fans aren't actually sports fans so she has to explain to them that it's part of the game.

[@dred2040]

MUCH respect....

[@diligent1580]

AR is a beast on the court she knows how to DEFEND!! smart player...never shows her opponents that shes down & out!! That makes them even angrier. Once she develops a mid-range shot. UNSTOPPABLE... longevity is KEY... getting a RING is key.... she'll most definitely have one 🏀🔥

[@tamikafreeman6006]

Just don't try to Hurt her man😢

[@shanevoroninii7512]

Alyssa Thomas should get suspended.

[@moneybagznba7748]

❤ Angel

[@WORKSbaby]

That was a good game

[@25lighters91]

Welcome to the WNBA....youll do great angel

[@USSEnterprise-vc9yf]

Y’all believed bandwagon fans and lame sports analysts. Angel Reese was always gonna be good

[@mriconreesemriconreese9234]

That is one Reese Cup that won't melt under pressure

[@lees5953]

😂They’re just making her even more tough…she’s got that dawg regardless if you think she’s pretty. She’s fiery

[@busam1578]

Complaining more about something than the person it happened to, is mad sus. Y’all need help fr.

[@tennvol8588]

Just because of Angel and her class, I’m watching the WNBA now. I’m catching any team that comes on.

[@WORKSbaby]

Talk more about the wnba

[@ctbt1832]

The lady who committed the foul need to be suspended for a few games without Pay. That was a dangerous move and could’ve had major consequences. Angel Reese got heavy hitters where she is from and that was a dangerous thing for that lady to do. The WNBA need to send a strong message and suspend her for a few games without Pay. If it was Clark it would be all over the news and that Lady would’ve been out a few games without pay the same need to apply with Angel Reese.

[@benjamin48th]

U appreciate her throwing you by the neck 😂😂

[@redscorpion9325]

I understand saying you don't want to be treated differently and you don't expect them to take it easy on you but Thanking her for the slam is crazy because next time it could be worse and lead to serious injuries

[@triggatrey2112]

@@redscorpion9325i think it was more of thanking her for showing her how rough the league can be. Not saying the girl was right but she’s been through some of the worst of it as a rookie by now. She didn’t let that rattle her so anything less won’t do much. She’s a tough cookie.

[@DUCKY2018]

Great response Angel, Proud of you girl. Keep grinding

[@northstarmind1049]

*Thomas should be put on a 3-game suspension. To put her on NOTICE... -- & by extension anyone else* !

[@SirButtah]

She can dish it and take it. True gamer.

[@johnwalkeristhatdude3018]

Clark would be crying to this very day

[@mankind71]

Not to mention his snowflake fans!

[@vantasiamoody2557]

Her response to this was so inspiring....

[@abterrell2153]

Love it Reese ❤...

[@desotohybrid2175]

That's the attitude to have...Clark and her fans would be crying 😂

[@jeffreyajohnson1226]

Didn’t know Draymond played in the WNBA too

[@dsetgetatme]

I love that she has a fire and passion about the game!

[@laman8914]

That's the response of a fighter who is familiar with the arena. That's the attitude of a future Champion. We love that. Go Angel.

[@forkhead679]

Man that's refreshing !! Caitlin you & your fans listening ?

[@buck4129]

Love her he n all the new girls are bringing a buzz

[@richardhall6324]

This is not Thomas' first hard foul this season

[@johntimothy9757]

Caitlin got a little hip check and look how America went crazy over it. Meanwhile Angel literally got a hard foul…..I don’t remember this even being a news topic 🤣

[@RoxannTuircuit]

Angel, no weapon formed against you shall prosper! You are protected! Keep playing the game you love.❤❤❤

[@Chocolatethunder99]

Trust me, they ain't gonna be nice in the game and huge respect for a Queen taking hits. Like a queen 👑

[@MPARNELL]

Angel Reese Chi Sky Barbie let's gooooo 💯

[@jeffypaul4819]

I really love her additude and confidence

[@jbazley001]

If they mad, make'em madder

[@Nkuli132]

It was a hard foul but I love her attitude. That’s 💪🏾

[@thebayareastandout]

That point guard at the 16 second mark was fast she just blew past the defender

[@JelaniBrown-lx2us]

Why do we have to attack one to uplift another? It breeds hatred towards those you seek to uplift.

[@Ahmari223]

Not that she has to but she earned my respect fasho. Right mentality 💯

[@officialsonic1]

you gotta love the passion

[@coryhernandez508]

Love it, how basketball is. Gritty and active. Comments on angels Reese videos are actual fans who know the game and not new fans crying for suspensions and jail time cause there favorite player got touched too hard.

[@user-oj1pq2lt5y]

I love her response because nobody will ask an NBA player that dumb question, it's like like people think the WNBA is little girls sleep over, this girls are professional athletes and competitors

[@Youthsensationwomanstrack]

Well said Angel

[@iandhr1]

"The're not supposed to be nice to me." Love it

[@BDJ4mTex]

Thats the attitude you want in an athlete. Better and fierce competition can inly inprove you and make you stronger.

[@staceydavis554]

Really Mr. Thomas

[@beautyofgrace3915]

Just love her ❤