‘Who does she think she is?’- Fans react to Angel Reese’s heated exchange with Sabrina Ionescu

During the Atlanta Dream’s 85-83 win over the New York Liberty, a heated exchange between Angel Reese and Sabrina Ionescu drew significant attention from fans. The confrontation arose in the second quarter when Ionescu was called for an offensive foul while setting a screen on Atlanta’s Isobel Borlase. Reese responded by approaching Ionescu, leading to a physical exchange before Rhyne Howard intervened. The Dream’s victory marked their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013, after sweeping the series.

Reese's 22 points, nine rebounds, three assists, and two blocks contributed to Atlanta's success. Fans responded quickly, with some praising Reese for defending her teammate and others criticizing her behavior. One fan remarked, "Lmao who does she think she is," while another noted, "This is what we love."

Criticism was directed at both players; some argued Ionescu should have called for a moving screen, while others took aim at Reese's outspoken nature. However, some supporters viewed the exchange as a sign of strong teamwork, describing Reese's actions as "reinforcement in the basketball world." One fan stated, "Angel Reese is so messy, though," while another acknowledged, "I am not an Angel Reese fan, but good for her. She is doing what any good teammate should do."

The WNBA Finals will begin on October 17, with the Dream facing the Golden State Valkyries.