Angel Reese wins over "hater" Jason Whitlock as analyst announces massive change of stance on Sky star: "I no longer hate watch"

Angel Reese has won over one of her harshest critics, Jason Whitlock. Since her arrival in the WNBA last season, Whitlock had been one of the most vocal skeptics of the Chicago Sky star, often targeting her with relentless criticism and harsh commentary.

But with Reese performing at an elite level and shattering records with each game, Whitlock is changing his tune. Following Reese's standout performance against Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday, the longtime analyst publicly declare that he's done "hate" watching Reese, signaling a major shift from critic to admirer.

"I no longer "hate" watch Angel Reese," Whitlock said on X (formerly Twitter). "She has handled criticism well and improved. I watched yesterday's game rooting for her. She's a good example of needing criticism and using criticism to improve."

Jason Whitlock

@WhitlockJason

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I no longer "hate" watch Angel Reese. She has handled criticism well and improved. I watched yesterday's game rooting for her. She's a good example of needing criticism and using criticism to improve.

Just two weeks ago, the idea of Angel Reese being in the MVP conversation might have seemed laughable. But fast forward to now, the 6-foot-3 forward has completely flipped the narrative, so much so that she’s leapfrogged even Caitlin Clark in the MVP race.

Reese has been dominating the boards at a historic pace, becoming the first player in WNBA history to notch at least 15 rebounds in five consecutive games. What’s truly stood out, though, is how much she’s evolved as an all-around player. She’s taken on more ball-handling duties and is averaging 3.9 assists per game.

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Fans react as Jason Whitlock changes stance on Angel Reese

The WNBA community was abuzz after Jason Whitlock announced he would no longer hate watch Angel Reese. Fans chimed in with candid reactions, many applauding the veteran analyst for acknowledging Reese’s remarkable turnaround and joining in to celebrate her resurgence.

One said:

Andy froemel

@FroemelAndy

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You said it on your channel Jason. Constructive criticism instead of protecting Angel Reese from reality, and avoiding drama will help her career. She has played lights out these past few weeks.

Another commented:

Joseph Man formerlyknown as The un3ducated poet 🌑

@Jman2376

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Yeah she's responded very well to the criticism. She deserves some recognition for how she's played lately, it won't be from me, I'm a petty fan and my team is Indiana. She drew the line in the sand ,so I'll stay in my lane forever,I'm good. Besides all that, she's doing good.

A fan wrote:

Anthony's ghost

@Muskspuppet

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The league needed for her to be good, and she has improved. Her shooting will need to get better but she's definitely improved her game.

Another said:

Anthony

@HarryBoschLAPD

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Yeah, she's getting better. Has grown up a bit.

Reese will take the court again on Tuesday as the Chicago Sky face off against the Washington Mystics in an early morning showdown. The rising star will aim to extend her dominant streak and lead her team to a crucial victory.