Katt Williams Roasts Angel Reese on Tour Over NBA-Level Pay Demands 👀 Viral Moment Follows Her Bold Claim: “At This Point, We Should Be Getting NBA Money”

Comedian Katt Williams has never been one to shy away from controversy, and his latest stand-up tour is no exception. During a recent performance, Williams took aim at rising WNBA star Angel Reese, poking fun at her bold calls for NBA-level compensation. The joke quickly went viral, adding fuel to an already heated debate about pay equity in women’s basketball.

Katt Williams’ Viral Jab

The moment came just after Angel Reese, one of the WNBA’s most high-profile athletes, made headlines for declaring,
“At this point, we should be getting NBA money.”

Williams, performing to a packed crowd, seized the opportunity for a roast, delivering his punchline just as the league’s All-Stars were making headlines of their own by wearing “Pay Us What You Owe Us” t-shirts and fans chanted “PAY THEM!” in support of better pay during ongoing collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations. The audience erupted with laughter at Williams’ quip, which quickly circulated online.

Not the Only Jab

Williams didn’t stop there. During a recent appearance on Carmelo Anthony’s ‘7PM in Brooklyn’ podcast, the comedian took another playful swipe at Reese, referencing her occasional struggles with layups:

“I’m 5’5, so I don’t have any above-the-rim experience,” Williams joked. “But I’m not Angel Reese — I’m 99% on my layups because I can’t afford to miss them. My layup is my dunk.”

Williams, known for his sharp tongue and willingness to call out celebrities, had previously stirred controversy on Shannon Sharpe’s ‘Club Shay Shay’ podcast by critiquing fellow comedians. While his comments about Reese were delivered in a lighter spirit, they nonetheless reignited debate about her recent rise and the scrutiny she faces.

Angel Reese: At the Center of the Conversation

Angel Reese’s star power has skyrocketed since she entered the WNBA, landing her on the cover of NBA 2K and making her one of the most visible athletes in the league. Her outspoken advocacy for better pay has made her a leader in the ongoing push for improved salaries and revenue sharing for WNBA players.

The league itself is experiencing unprecedented growth, with record viewership and a lucrative new media rights deal on the horizon. Against this backdrop, Reese and her fellow All-Stars have become increasingly vocal, demanding compensation that reflects their contributions to the sport.

The Debate Continues

While fans and fellow players have rallied behind Reese’s calls for pay equity, not everyone is in agreement. Critics argue that the WNBA’s financial realities—namely, that the league has yet to turn a profit—make NBA-level salaries unrealistic at this stage.

Katt Williams’ jokes, though lighthearted, reflect a broader skepticism shared by some in the public. Still, his comments have also sparked renewed discussion about whether WNBA players are undervalued and what fair compensation should look like as the league continues to grow.

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The Bigger Picture

As the WNBA and its players navigate contentious CBA negotiations, the spotlight on pay equity is only intensifying. Angel Reese, undeterred by criticism and comedic jabs alike, remains at the forefront of the movement, challenging the league—and the public—to reconsider what its athletes are truly worth.