A shocking decision has just been announced by Angel Reese, WNBA’s basketball star, announced just a few days before the new season 2025, making both sports and fans surprised. In a live interview on Instagram last night, on March 9, Reese announced that she would leave the United States to play in an international basketball tournament, with a controversial reason: “I will leave the United States, there is no respect.” This speech immediately stirred up social networks, when thousands of people rushed into comments, from support to criticism, about her bold choice.

After an amazing first year with the Chicago Sky, where she proved she’s one of the WNBA’s top young players, Reese didn’t say exactly where she’s headed next. She mentioned looking at leagues in Europe or Asia, places she thinks will treat her better. “I worked so hard to show what I can do, but here they judge me unfairly,” she said, sounding upset. Many believe she’s talking about the constant criticism of her playing style, looks, and media attention she dealt with all year.

The basketball world has all kinds of reactions. Players like A’ja Wilson support her, saying Reese should go where she feels valued. But some people disagree, with comments online calling it a “quit,” saying leaving the WNBA, the best women’s league, is a step backward. The Chicago Sky hasn’t said much yet, but people close to the team say they were caught off guard and are trying to talk her into staying before she signs with a team abroad.