Angel Reese’s Fiery Take on WNBA Officiating: “I’m Tired of This S—t”

Angel Reese is lighting up her sophomore season with the Chicago Sky—setting records and towering on the glass. But behind her dominant stats lies a brewing storm, as she launches an unfiltered critique of WNBA officiating—and now, she’s got to face the consequences.

A Championship Return with a Clock Ticking

Entering Year 2, Angel Reese has flourished under a fresh offensive identity introduced by new head coach Tyler Marsh. Funneled into a more dynamic offensive role, the forward has evolved into one of the league’s most polished and versatile players:

Leading the league with 12.6 rebounds per game

Averaging 12.4 points and 3.8 assists

Notching 1.8 steals per game, fifth-highest in the WNBA PFSNSI

She also made WNBA history, becoming the only player ever with six consecutive games of 15+ rebounds, raising her double-doubles bar sky-high EssentiallySports. Given her production, it’s no surprise Reese was again selected as the lone Chicago Sky representative at the WNBA All-Star Game, this time as a reserve PFSNNew York PostTalksport.

But her second season hasn’t been without turbulence—particularly with referees.

Viral Outburst: “That S—t Is Cheap. I’m Tired of This S—t”

In the aftermath of an 80‑75 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, Reese exploded in frustration over officiating. The Sky attempted just eight free throws, compared to Minnesota’s seventeen—a disparity she found unacceptable TalksportNew York PostSIABC7 ChicagoPFSN.

Postgame, Reese told reporters:

“I asked officials, ‘We’ve only been to the free-throw line twice up to the fourth quarter,’ and she told me we lost privilege—that it’s ‘not her job.’ That’s unacceptable.”
“That s—t is cheap… I don’t give a damn if I get fined… I’ve been nice and humble, but I’m tired of this s—t.” SIPeople.com

On social media, Reese didn’t hold back either. Posting a picture of herself being grabbed mid-shot, she captioned it “diabolical.” And in a separate tweet, she bluntly declared: “IDGAF. DO BETTER. @WNBA.” SIPeople.com.

Her words resonated with many, prompting fans and analysts to call for accountability and fairer officiating across the league PFSN.

Not the First Controversy — But the Most Visible Yet

Angel Reese has had a complicated relationship with officiating this season—not just fallout, but blows landed. In a playoff-style game against Indiana, she went toe-to-toe with Caitlin Clark in a physical clash that led to a flagrant foul and technicals SI. Concerns about inconsistent calls have followed her throughout, both from fans and across media.

This time, her fiery remarks have amplified pressure on WNBA officials to address disparities and improve the game’s integrity.

An Even Bigger Meltdown: The Clipboard Incident

Frustration boiled over again in a later contest. During the closing seconds of a tightly contested game against the Washington Mystics, Reese slapped a clipboard from the hands of team staffer Ann Crosby. The outburst stemmed from heightened emotions tied to a questionable foul call in the final chant. Despite the meltdown, her performance remained stellar—22 points, 15 rebounds, extending that historic streak yet again New York Post.

Reese doubled down, acknowledging the heated moment and promising to “never let that happen again” New York Post.

Outstanding Numbers Amid Controversy

Despite the officiating battles, Reese’s numbers speak volumes.

Six straight double-doubles

Game averages of 15.7 points, 13.6 rebounds, and 5 assists in the last 10 games EssentiallySports

Significant improvement from beyond the arc, jumping from 18.8% to 26.7% EssentiallySports

Reese has evolved into far more than a rebounding machine—she’s now a legitimate all-around threat, symbolic of the “unicorn” archetype she hopes to emulate (citing players like Giannis and Jokic) EssentiallySports.

Could a Fine Be Coming? Likely

Given her public confrontation with league officials and the clipboard incident, a fine seems inevitable. Players are typically penalized for inciting remarks and unsportsmanlike conduct. Still, it’s unclear how severe any sanction might be.

If there’s a bright side, her passion underscores a broader call for transparency and fairness—something echoed by other players like Kelsey Plum, who once blasted refs for ticky-tack calls after being visibly battered ABC7 ChicagoESPN.com.

Headline Takeaways: A Player Unfiltered

Reese is at her peak performance, redefining the forward role with her rebounding, scoring, and emerging shooting touch.

She’s fed up—and loud about it. Through fiery remarks and social media, she’s spotlighted officiating issues nobody’s dared to address publicly this season.

She carries the Sky’s identity on her back. Injury or not, Chicago relies on her grit and consistency more than ever.

She’s building serious star power—just not the quiet kind. Bold, demanding, self-confident—she’s everything modern media thrives on.

In Summary

Angel Reese has become the WNBA’s most visible combination of brilliance and boldness. She’s crushing box scores, making All-Star teams, and rallying her team with poise. But above all, she’s refusing to pretend everything is fine. Whether she’s calling out bad calls, social media-ing “diabolical” scenes, or accidentally slamming a clipboard, she’s forcing the league and fans to pay attention—to both her talent and her truths.

The only question now is whether the league responds—or punishes—or worse, ignores the bigger message.