“As Long As It Takes” – Defiant Angel Reese Claps Back at Critics Over WNBA Salary Dispute

WNBA star Angel Reese isn’t staying silent about the league’s low salaries—and she’s not ruling out drastic action if things don’t change.

On her podcast, Unapologetically Angel, the Chicago Sky forward didn’t hold back, revealing that a potential player strike is on the table. “I need to be in these [players’ union] meetings because I’ve heard if they don’t give us what we want… we won’t play,” Reese declared, making it clear that players are ready to fight for better compensation.

WNBA Salaries: Not Enough to Pay the Bills?

Reese, a rising star in the league, has been vocal about how rookie contracts don’t cut it. With a base salary of $73,439 per year, she shared that it’s far from enough to sustain her lifestyle. “The WNBA doesn’t pay my bills. It doesn’t even cover one of my bills,” she admitted, revealing that her rent alone is a staggering $8,000 per month.

And she’s not the only one speaking out. The debate over fair pay in women’s basketball has gained momentum as fans and analysts question why top-tier WNBA athletes make a fraction of their NBA counterparts.

Finding Other Ways to Cash In

With WNBA paychecks falling short, Reese has turned to endorsements and outside opportunities to secure her bag. She’s partnered with Reebok, Beats by Dre, and even joined the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league, where she recently won a $50,000 bonus—a sum that makes up more than half of her WNBA salary.

Her success off the court highlights a major issue: players often earn more from sponsorships than their actual contracts.

The Fight for Fair Pay

The WNBA has seen massive growth in viewership and revenue, but players argue that they deserve a bigger cut. Unlike the NBA—where players receive 50% of league revenue—WNBA athletes take home a significantly smaller share.

As the league and the players’ union negotiate the next Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), Reese’s comments hint at a potential work stoppage if demands aren’t met.

For now, the message from Reese and her fellow players is loud and clear: “We’ll wait as long as it takes.”

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