Angel Reese, the rising WNBA star, and Ben Simmons, the Brooklyn Nets player, are at the center of a viral story that took the internet by storm. The buzz began when a parody account on X (formerly Twitter), known for spreading humorous misinformation, claimed that Reese would be working with Simmons to improve her jump shot during the offseason.
The report, posted by NBACentel, caught fire online despite being a joke. Fans speculated on the unlikely collaboration, with many poking fun at both players’ perceived weaknesses in their shooting abilities. However, some users didn’t realize it was satire and debated the potential impact of such training.
Angel Reese makes a sweet shot and then poses for pictures showing that she can dominate life on and off the court
While the fake report stirred reactions, it inadvertently highlighted real statistics. During her rookie season in the WNBA, Reese shot 39.1% from the field. By comparison, Simmons, who is in his seventh NBA season, boasts a 54.4% shooting percentage in his first 12 games this year.
Reese’s rise: from LSU success to WNBA challenges
Angel Reese has quickly made a name for herself with her rebounding skills, but her shooting game remains an area for growth. After transferring from Maryland to LSU, Reese led her team to a national championship and solidified her reputation as a dominant force in college basketball.
On her podcast, Unapologetically Angel, Reese shared insights into her transition to LSU, admitting it wasn’t always easy.
“Getting up and transferring, it’s scary,” she said. “But I won a national championship from it. It wasn’t perfect, but I got what I wanted. Now, I look back, and I love LSU.”
A moment of laughter in sports culture
While the viral story about Reese and Simmons collaborating is nothing more than a lighthearted internet moment, it underscores the influence of social media on sports narratives. Fans and athletes alike should always double-check their sources before believing what they see online.
As Reese prepares for her second WNBA season, her focus will remain on improving her game, with or without any help from Simmons or any other NBA star.
