Angel Reese was the subject of a sharp remark from comedian Katt Williams during a recent appearance on NBA star Carmelo Anthony’s 7 PM in Brooklyn podcast. The exchange took place on Thursday as Williams spoke about his past and his take on basketball, ultimately directing a playful diss at Reese.
In the conversation, Williams discussed the challenges of playing basketball at his height, making a comparison that included Reese’s skills on the court.
“In basketball, I am 5’5. So, there is a whole realm of basketball I can’t experience. I don’t have any above the rim experience,” Williams said. “On the other hand, I am not Angel Reese, I am 99 percent on my layups because I can’t afford to miss my layups. My layup is my dunk.”
Following Williams’ comment referencing the Chicago Sky forward, the podcast panel, including Carmelo Anthony, burst into laughter. Despite this, no one on the show further addressed the comedian’s jab at Reese.
Angel Reese’s Current Performance and Offensive Challenges
This season, Angel Reese continues to put up solid personal numbers despite her team’s overall struggles. She currently averages 13.3 points, 12.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, with a shooting accuracy of 42.4 percent overall. However, her three-point shooting remains notably poor at 23.5 percent.
Reese’s offensive game has drawn criticism, with many labeling her as one of the league’s weaker offensive players. Yet, these critiques tend to overshadow the incremental improvements she has demonstrated since her rookie year. Last season, Reese shot 39.1 percent from the field and managed only 18.8 percent from beyond the arc.
Her gradual progress in shooting percentages suggests that if this upward trend continues, she could effectively silence doubters in the near future.
Angel Reese’s Advice to Kiyan Anthony on College Relationships
Angel Reese also made headlines for offering protective advice to Carmelo Anthony’s son, Kiyan Anthony, about relationships in college. During a November 1, 2024 episode of Reese’s Unapologetically Angel podcast, the pair discussed Kiyan’s college plans, including navigating social and romantic situations on campus.
Reese took on a protective, sisterly role by warning Kiyan to be cautious around girls and recommended a strict approach to privacy in his relationships.
“You can’t be having anybody over there,” Reese said (Timestamp: 26:42). “You need to tell them girls to drop that phone at the door. You have to make people sign an NDA.”
Kiyan confirmed that his mother, La La Anthony, has given him similar guidance, underscoring the shared family concern about privacy and trust in young adult relationships.
Implications for Angel Reese and Public Perception
The interaction between Katt Williams and Angel Reese, along with her public role advising Kiyan Anthony, highlights her growing visibility beyond just basketball. While the comedian’s layup diss sparked laughter, it also brought attention to Reese’s offensive struggles, an area she is visibly working to improve.
Reese’s steady development on the court, combined with her candidness in media appearances, could shift perceptions and reinforce her status as a strong, multi-dimensional figure in women’s basketball. As she continues to evolve her game and public persona, both fans and critics will be watching closely to see how she responds to such challenges.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What caused Angel Reese’s injury?
A. Reese explained in a TikTok video that she injured her hand during a fall. The fall caused a small crack in her bone.
Doctors gave her two choices: either avoid surgery or go through with the operation.
Q. Does Angel Reese have a 1.6 GPA?
A. Additionally, Reese finished her studies at LSU in March 2024, earning a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. Her focus areas were Communication Studies, Leadership Development, and Psychology. This indicates she maintained a GPA higher than 2.0, which is the lowest needed to graduate as an undergraduate.
Q. What did Angel Reese’s parents do?
A. Playing basketball is a family tradition for Angel. Both parents played the sport in college. Angel’s mom took it further and played professionally in Luxembourg. In January 2023, Angel told Just Women’s Sports that her mom’s independence greatly influenced her.