The feud between Riley Gaines and Angel Reese has escalated to new heights, with Gaines continuing to mock Reese following her controversial ejection from a recent game. The outspoken former NCAA swimmer did not hold back in her latest remarks, labeling Reese as “arrogant, unprofessional, and jealous.”
Gaines, who has become known for her fiery takes and unapologetic criticism of athletes she believes are undeserving of praise, wasted no time in going after the LSU basketball star. As the controversy surrounding Reese’s ejection continues to dominate headlines, Gaines’ latest remarks have further ignited the firestorm of debate.
Angel Reese’s ejection came in a high-profile game that saw the LSU Tigers star removed from the court in a heated moment that left fans, analysts, and fellow athletes divided. While some defended Reese, claiming the call was unfair and overly harsh, others pointed to the incident as proof of what they see as a pattern of unsportsmanlike behavior.
Gaines, however, took it a step further, using the moment to double down on her ongoing criticism of Reese. The former swimmer has been vocal in her disapproval of the LSU forward, and this latest incident gave her yet another opportunity to mock the young star.
Following the ejection, Gaines took to social media and various platforms to unleash her scathing opinion.
"She’s shown herself to be arrogant, unprofessional, and jealous," Gaines said. "Instead of focusing on her game, she’s too busy playing the victim, stirring up drama, and acting like the rules don’t apply to her. This isn’t leadership. This isn’t sportsmanship. This is entitlement."
Gaines’ comments immediately sparked a wave of reactions, with some fans cheering her on while others accused her of targeting Reese unfairly. Many pointed out that Reese has been under intense scrutiny for her confident and often bold personality on and off the court.
But Gaines wasn’t finished. She continued to ridicule Reese’s attitude, suggesting that her behavior was catching up with her.
"When you carry yourself like you’re untouchable, sooner or later reality will humble you. This isn’t a championship parade. This is real competition, and real competitors know how to handle themselves with class. Reese clearly hasn’t figured that out yet."
This isn’t the first time Gaines has gone after Angel Reese. The two athletes have been on opposite sides of several heated debates, particularly when it comes to sportsmanship and fair play.
Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer who became a vocal advocate for women’s sports, has built a reputation for calling out athletes she believes are harming the integrity of competition.
While her primary focus has been on issues like fairness in women’s sports, she has also weighed in on individual athletes whose behavior she considers detrimental to the spirit of competition.
Reese, on the other hand, has never shied away from embracing her confidence and competitive edge. She has been praised for bringing attention to women’s basketball and helping elevate the sport’s profile.
But with that spotlight has come controversy, and Gaines has been one of her loudest critics.
As expected, Gaines’ remarks have further divided sports fans.
Supporters of Gaines praised her for “speaking the truth” about Reese’s behavior, with many agreeing that the LSU star’s attitude has been problematic. Some even pointed to past incidents where Reese’s on-court antics drew criticism, arguing that Gaines’ comments were justified.
"Finally, someone said it," one fan wrote. "Reese has been acting like she’s bigger than the game. Time to hold her accountable."
On the other side, Reese’s fans came to her defense, blasting Gaines for what they saw as an unnecessary and personal attack. Many accused Gaines of holding an unfair grudge against Reese and using every opportunity to tear her down.
"Why does Riley Gaines always have something to say about Angel Reese? This feels personal at this point," one critic tweeted.
Some also pointed out the hypocrisy in Gaines’ comments, arguing that confidence and trash talk have always been part of sports—especially in men’s basketball—without drawing this level of criticism.
So far, Angel Reese has not publicly responded to Gaines’ latest attacks, but given her history, it wouldn’t be surprising if she fired back. Reese has never been one to back down from criticism, and if she chooses to address Gaines’ comments, it could set off another round of heated exchanges between the two.
With March Madness approaching and tensions running high, all eyes will be on Reese to see how she handles the pressure—and whether she decides to let her game do the talking or engage in a public war of words with Gaines.
The ongoing rivalry between Riley Gaines and Angel Reese shows no signs of slowing down. Whether it’s on social media, in interviews, or through indirect jabs, these two athletes have made it clear that they are not on the same page when it comes to sportsmanship and competition.
With Reese continuing to be one of the most talked-about figures in college basketball and Gaines refusing to hold back her opinions, this battle is far from over.
One thing is certain: whether you love or hate them, both Gaines and Reese know how to keep the sports world talking.
