Angel Reese once again found herself in the spotlight after appearing to mock her rumored ex-boyfriend, Jalen Duren, on social media. The former Chicago Sky forward shared an Instagram Story showing her current boyfriend, Wendell Carter Jr, dunking over Duren during an NBA playoff game. The post quickly went viral online and sparked strong reactions from basketball fans across social media platforms.
Among those reacting was Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who did not hold back while discussing the incident on her Show Me Something podcast. Cunningham suggested Reese may still have unresolved feelings about the situation. She also questioned why the Atlanta Dream star felt the need to publicly embarrass Duren instead of focusing on her current relationship. The comments added another chapter to the growing tension surrounding Reese and several WNBA personalities.
Sophie Cunningham Questions Angel Reese’s Actions After Viral Dig on Her Ex-Boyfriend
During the podcast discussion, Sophie Cunningham explained that Angel Reese’s social media post likely came from some kind of personal frustration. She said there must have been a reason behind the public jab at Jalen Duren. One of the podcast co-hosts suggested that maybe nothing serious had happened between the pair, but Cunningham still believed the situation should have been left alone.
The Fever guard said that if Reese had already moved on, then there was no need to revisit the past publicly. Cunningham added that attention should instead be placed on Reese’s current relationship with Wendell Carter Jr. Her comments quickly spread online as fans debated whether Reese’s post was harmless fun or unnecessary drama.
This is not the first time Cunningham has openly criticized Reese. Last year, she also spoke about Reese’s comments regarding the Chicago Sky during a difficult WNBA season. Cunningham believed some of Reese’s public statements about her teammates crossed a line, especially during a frustrating losing campaign.
At the time, Cunningham explained that emotions can rise during tough seasons, but players still need to be careful about what they say publicly. She believed certain frustrations are better handled privately within the locker room rather than shared openly with the media.
Since then, Reese’s career has taken a new turn. The two-time WNBA All-Star was traded to the Atlanta Dream during the offseason. The move gives her a fresh opportunity after a difficult year in Chicago.
