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Reese's Social Media Jab Sparks WNBA Drama
8 May
Summary
- Angel Reese seemingly mocked ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren on Instagram.
- Wendell Carter Jr.'s dunk over Duren was featured in the post.
- Sophie Cunningham criticized Reese's actions on her podcast.

Angel Reese recently stirred controversy by posting an Instagram Story that appeared to mock her rumored ex-boyfriend, Jalen Duren. The post highlighted her current boyfriend, Wendell Carter Jr., dunking over Duren during an NBA playoff game. This social media activity quickly gained traction online, prompting significant reactions from basketball fans.
Sophie Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, addressed the incident on her podcast, "Show Me Something." Cunningham opined that Reese's post might stem from personal frustration and questioned why Reese felt compelled to publicly embarrass Duren. She suggested that if Reese had moved on, revisiting the past publicly was unnecessary.
Cunningham also noted that Reese's focus should be on her current relationship with Carter Jr. This is not the first time Cunningham has publicly commented on Reese's actions. Previously, she critiqued Reese's remarks about her then-Chicago Sky teammates during a challenging season.
Reese was traded to the Atlanta Dream in the recent offseason, presenting her with a fresh start after a difficult year. The ongoing social media exchanges and public commentary continue to fuel debate among fans and analysts within the WNBA community.