WNBA fans sound off on Angel Reese comparing herself to A’ja Wilson
Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Angel Reese’s confidence before facing A’ja Wilson quickly became a talking point after the box score told a very different story. Reese did not directly claim she was better than Wilson, but her comment still gave WNBA fans enough room to turn the matchup into a debate.
The problem for Reese was timing. Her words arrived before a game in which Wilson looked like the established superstar, while Reese endured a difficult night. Photo by Kevin C.
Cox/Getty Images Angel Reese’s comment sparks A’ja Wilson debate In a clip shared by LoLowlights on X , Angel Reese discussed the challenge of facing A’ja Wilson and backed her own ability before the matchup. Reese said: “She’s obviously a great player…but I know I’m a great player too,” Reese said. On its own, that is a standard competitor’s answer.
Reese was giving Wilson respect while still refusing to shrink from the matchup, which is what most athletes are expected to do. The reaction changed because of what happened next. Wilson finished with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Atlanta Dream 85-84.
Reese had 8 rebounds and 3 assists, but she scored only 9 points on 1-of-8 shooting and committed 8 turnovers. That gap made the comparison feel much harder to defend. Wilson was efficient, composed, and decisive.