Angel Reese FIRES BACK at Haters! The Chicago Sky rookie shuts down critics with savage line

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese isn’t just making headlines on the court—she’s become one of the most outspoken voices in the WNBA’s ongoing fight for fair compensation. Known for her confidence and candor, Reese recently clapped back at her critics with a viral message:

“Y’all make $1,400 a week… I make $1,400 in 7 days.”

Standing Up for Better Pay

Reese has never shied away from addressing the league’s salary issues. Months ago, she threatened a lockout on social media, demanding higher pay for players. Her advocacy has only intensified as collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations have heated up, with Reese making it clear that players are unwilling to settle for less than they deserve.

“We are all here to fight for the same thing, and what we deserve,” Reese told Robin Lundberg. “We’re not going to stop until we get exactly what we want. And yesterday’s meeting really woke me up to the eyes of, we aren’t getting what we deserve. And knowing that for a long time… the numbers they were giving us, I’m like, ‘Wow, I didn’t know all this stuff.’”

Players Unite for Change

Negotiations have become more intense in recent weeks, with as many as 40 WNBA players meeting in person with league officials to seek common ground. The urgency was on full display during the recent All-Star game, where players wore shirts reading “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The message resonated throughout the arena, as fans joined in with chants of “pay them” during warmups and when Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier was awarded the game’s MVP.

Reese’s Non-Negotiable: Revenue Sharing

During an appearance on “NBA on ESPN,” Reese was asked by reporter Elle Duncan about her non-negotiable demand for the next CBA. Her answer was clear:

“The team revenue, the revenue shares — that’s really important for us,” Reese said. “We deserve it. I know we’re not letting up. I know we’re going to do whatever it takes to get what we deserve. I’m just going to continue to educate myself on what’s going on and staying involved.

I know my voice, I know my platform, and I know when I speak, people are listening. Not that I need the money, but it’s for everybody else. It’s for people that are coming behind me. It’s the people that already played before me, so that’s why I’m going to continue to speak.”

The Numbers Behind the Fight

The WNBA’s financial structure is a major point of contention. The league reportedly lost $40 million last year, a figure often cited by officials as justification for not raising salaries. The average WNBA salary stands at $147,745—the lowest among the six major U.S. professional sports leagues. By comparison, the average MLS player earns $594,000.

In other leagues like the NFL, NBA, and NHL, players are guaranteed a fixed percentage of league revenue (typically 47-51%) as part of their CBAs. However, WNBA players only receive a share of “excess revenue”—and only if the league surpasses its revenue target. Both the WNBA and MLS pay out just 25% of this excess, a far cry from the revenue-sharing models of their male counterparts.

Looking Ahead

Angel Reese’s bold leadership and willingness to speak out have energized her peers and fans alike. As the CBA negotiations continue, Reese and her fellow players are determined to secure a fairer slice of the revenue pie—not just for themselves, but for the generations of athletes who will follow.

Angel Reese’s message is clear: the fight for fair pay in the WNBA is far from over, and she’s ready to lead the charge.