Angel Reese, one of the foremost names in women’s basketball, has recently become embroiled in a public spat with Kia Brooks, the mother of a former LSU teammate of hers, Flau’jae Johnson. This whole contretemps has garnered much attention, with fans and the media following every twist and turn.
The Beginning of the Dispute
The disagreement started after Angel Reese’s mother, Angel Webb Reese, vented about people sending her text messages filled with grammatical mistakes. “I put up a post on social media, saying that kind of message gives me a headache and is hard to understand. While she did not name any individual, the timing made it clear that she was referring to Kia Brooks.
Kia Brooks’s Response
Kia Brooks fired back on social media, defending herself and her daughter. She had harsh commentary for Angel Webb Reese, and took a pointed dig at Angel Reese’s grades, alleging that they were 2.0 or below. Brooks’s post also criticized Angel Webb Reese for being petty and hateful, saying she should be accountable for her and her daughter’s behavior.
Fan Reactions and Backlash on Social Media
The ugly feud between the two moms would soon be splashed all over the media and all over the fans’ faces. Those who stood by Reese pointed to her success on and off the basketball court. Critics, though, seized on the GPA allegation, attacking her commitment to academics. The dispute triggered a flurry of online conversations, many of which lamented the public nature of the quarrel.
Angel Reese’s Silence and Her Response
As the controversy played out in the early days, though, Reese, a junior, was quiet — never publicly speaking out. However, after completing her education at LSU, she fired back at her naysayers, sharing grad pics alongside a caption that indirectly referenced the former GPA accusation. Her emphasis was on graduating on time, and she took an off-handed shot at those without a college degree.
Impact on Team Dynamics
The public bickering between Angel Reese and Flau’jae Johnson led to questions about its impact on team chemistry, particularly because Reese and Johnson have been best friends since they met in high school. (Neither player has spoken on the record about the feud, but the involvement of their mothers in such a public spat has left open the possibility of friction in the team.)
Explore The Media Coverage & Public Perception
Many media also report on the impact of the controversy on players involved and the broad impact on the community. Some have criticized the decision to air personal grievances so publicly — that it diminishes the athletes’ accomplishments. Others have raised concern over the mobilizing power of social media to transform private disputes into public spectacles.
