Angel Reese Is ‘Most Overrated Athlete’, Says Jason Whitlock After Caitlin Clark Clash

After just one month of WNBA play, veteran sportscaster Jason Whitlock has given Chicago Sky freshman Angel Reese a harsh critique. Whitlock, who is well-known for expressing direct and frequently controversial views, wasn’t shy about criticizing Reese, particularly when he compared her to Caitlin Clark.  Reese’s blatant foul on Clark at Sunday’s game set up the latest controversy and drew a lot of anger from supporters. On Tuesday, Whitlock entered the discussion, sharply criticizing Reese and casting doubt on her abilities and athleticism.

“Angel Reese is arguably the most overrated athlete in all of sports. She is as unskilled as any player in the WNBA. She’s awkward. None of this gets actually talked about. Look at the way she actually runs. Her lower body seems to be disconnected from her upper body,” he stated harshly.

Angel Reese is arguably the most overrated athlete in all of sports. She is as unskilled as any player in the WNBA. pic.twitter.com/uoCrLZEkzr

— Jason Whitlock (@WhitlockJason) June 18, 2024

Whitlock continued, “She’s incredibly unathletic. She has no skills, no post game. Caitlin [Clark], I’m sure, watches her and laughs and thinks, ‘This woman is a rebounder and that’s it.’ She has no other skill and that’s why she hates Caitlin Clark so much.”

Jason Whitlock sharply criticizes Angel Reese

The analyst’s harsh critique didn’t stop there. He suggested that Reese’s frustration on the court stems from her perceived lack of support from the media and officials. “The ‘special whistle’ isn’t what’s interesting,” Whitlock said. “This is: ‘We’re not going to be denied no matter what you guys try to do.’ She thinks the media is against her. Delusional. Always a victim.”

The “special whistle” isn’t what’s interesting. This is: “We’re not going to be denied no matter what you guys try to do.”

She thinks the media is against her. Delusional. Always a victim. pic.twitter.com/N3YFoOaIHU

— Jason Whitlock (@WhitlockJason) June 16, 2024

Fans and commentators are debating Whitlock’s remarks in a furious manner. While some concur with his judgment, others think he is being unduly critical of the young athlete. Despite the difficult beginning to her professional career, many believe that Angel Reese, a superstar in college, should have more time to acclimate and develop into her role in the WNBA.

Angel Reese’s response

Reese responded to the criticism after the game, expressing her frustration with the officiating. “I think we were playing really hard,” Reese said. “I think we went up strong a lot of times, and we didn’t get a lot of calls. And going back and looking at the film, I’ve seen a lot of calls that weren’t made, and I guess some people got a special whistle. … Regardless of the referees, we’re not going to be denied. Our goal is to win.”

At a press conference, Angel Reese said, “We’re not going to be denied, no matter what you guys try to do.” Who is she talking to? The media? The media is virtually all team black, team Angel Reese. pic.twitter.com/tHlCcrmSDQ

— Jason Whitlock (@WhitlockJason) June 17, 2024

Reese is still committed to improving herself and her role on the team in spite of the criticism she comes across. The rookie has shown her potential, especially in rebounding and defensive play. Her supporters believe that she has the will and determination to overcome these initial difficulties and challenge her critics.

This is not the first time Reese has faced criticism. She has frequently been questioned for her style of play and has been compared to other players throughout her career.

Angel Reese’s’ first interview since being fined:

“The reason we’re watching women’s basketball is not just because of one person. It’s because of me, too. I want y’all to realize that.”

Via @GNSportsTV pic.twitter.com/gozvk56T2t

— The Daily Munch (@TheDailyMunchh) June 3, 2024

Her strengths, nevertheless, have always been her resilience and determination. Reese will need to keep depending on these traits in order to perform as she makes her way through the early stages in her WNBA career.

Contrarily, Caitlin Clark has received high appreciation for her abilities and performance. The rising star, who is renowned for her playmaking and scoring skills, has swiftly gained popularity.

The rivalry between Clark and Reese has only fueled the flames, with experts and fans frequently disagreeing on who is the better player.

The broader issue of athlete evaluation

Whitlock’s criticism also raises awareness of a larger problem with how young athletes are evaluated. It can be hurtful for rookies to rush into action, and the scrutiny they face can be both rewarding and frustrating. Reese’s ability to focus on his game and block out outside influences will be important moving forward.

Going forward, all eyes will be on Reese as the season goes on to see how she handles the negativity and if she can improve to live up to the high standards set for her. Her efforts to overcome her critics and establish herself as a force in the WNBA will be one to watch.

The discussion spurred by Whitlock’s remarks will probably go on in the interim. Whether you agree with his evaluation or not, Angel Reese’s career is undoubtedly off to a contentious start, and how she handles this criticism will be critical to determining how far she can go in her career. She is still committed to proving her value and guiding her squad to victory one game at a time for the time being.