Angel Reese’s old video goes viral after Shaq’s controversial “little shorts” remark

By Sahir Bhojwani

Modified Oct 28, 2024 13:45 GMT

WNBA star Angel Reese is one of the most popular young players in women's basketball and the Chicago Sky star is proving she is much more than basketball. Reese hosts a podcast titled "Unapologetically Angel," and recently had legendary NBA player Shaquille O'Neal on the show.

O'Neal made some controversial remarks during the episode, including one about WNBA players wearing "little shorts." The former Los Angeles Lakers player's comments led to an earlier clip of Angel Reese at the Wild 'n Out event going viral.

The one-minute clip of Reese making an entrance at the Wild 'n Out show has gone on to accumulate over 28,000 likes and over 29 million views after it was posted by the "Rain Drops Media" account.

There were several other celebrities present at the show with Waka Flocka, Rick Ross, G Herbo and other high-profile stars making an appearance.

Shaquille O'Neal was a guest on the "Unapologetically Angel" episode this week and talked about the women's game. One of his suggestions raised some eyebrows online:

"Imagine you in those same little shorts you had on at the Wild 'n Out show dunking. You know how many t-shirt you're going to sell," said O'Neal.

The WNBA is currently in the offseason but Angel Reese has remained in the headlines due to her active and exciting lifestyle off the court.

The Chicago Sky star continues to work hard on her podcast and put out great content. She has also attended several sporting events including a Baltimore Ravens game and Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. Reese was also spotted at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City earlier this month.

Shaquille O'Neal suggests lowering the rim for WNBA players on latest episode of Angel Reese's podcast

Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter reacts next to forward Angel Reese after scoring against the Las Vegas Aces at Wintrust Arena. Photo Credit: Imagn

During the latest episode of the "Unapologetically Angel" podcast, Shaquille O'Neal and Angel Reese sat down to discuss how the WNBA can continue to grow and generate more fans. One recommendation from the former NBA MVP was that the league consider lowering the rim so that women can dunk.

"I have a solution ... I'm not saying lower it to nine-five. That is the only difference," said Shaq. "The only thing that is missing is the dunk."

That comment from O'Neal led to an immediate rebuttal from Reese.

"No. I hate when men say that," responded Reese.

Angel Reese was emphatically against the idea and seems to think it would do little to promote the game and draw bigger crowds. She went on to argue that some women are capable of dunking without lowering the hoops.