Amid LSU Basketball Team Drama, Angel Reese Is Not Slowing Down
Angel Reese, a women’s college basketball player from LSU, missed her third and fourth games in a row because she did not travel with the squad to the Cayman Islands.
Reese showed altruism in Baton Rouge by helping the homeless community on Thanksgiving while her teammates were playing overseas.
The super-talented, 21-year-old, who was a First Team All-American the year before, has been the subject of confusion regarding her absence. There has been conjecture that she may have been suspended, but Coach Kim Mulkey has refused to disclose specifics.
year 4. @LSUwbkb pic.twitter.com/bvzoVZS3BB
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) September 8, 2023
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) August 15, 2023
There are indications of conflict, such as a teammate’s mother making claims about Reese’s GPA. The suspension is thought to have been caused by Mulkey’s expressed displeasure with Reese’s concentration and play.
Amid all the drama, she still is a member of the group
don’t tell me that you model if you ain’t been in Vogue or whatever Drake said. Thank you @TeenVogue pic.twitter.com/6F8NeFGNPa
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) August 23, 2023
Reese is still on the team and showed up in the gym over the weekend, despite the uncertainty.
Reese demonstrated her dedication to charitable work by packing food for a Baton Rouge homeless shelter during a portion of Thanksgiving Day, which was a wonderful development.
Reese posted a TikTok video encouraging tenacious spirits during this trying time in her life, despite the difficulties.
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) August 9, 2023
On her Instagram Story, Reese had posted a message of encouragement along with a sketch from a fan. The fans acknowledged that they were Reese’s biggest fans and stated that they hoped she would return to the games.
In response, Reese expressed gratitude for the gift and said, “I love my neighbors.”
LSU coach Kim Mulkey has refrained from discussing the reason behind Reese’s absence from the starting lineup with the media, choosing instead to keep silent.
season finale or to be continued; regardless STAY TUNED!☺️ pic.twitter.com/fvokTP9vVk
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) September 15, 2023
Reese started the season off strong despite the controversy, averaging a double-double with 17 points and 10.3 rebounds per game.