Angel Reese again made the headlines – but this time, it’s not for anything on the field. At just 23 years old, the LSU star that has become a professional recently displayed its brand new house on social networks, with creative furniture, personalized decoration and a legend that said: “Dreams become reality”. But in the midst of congratulations comments came a wave of raised eyebrows. Not because people are jealous-but because many wonder: how did it allow exactly all this … and is it really thanks to basketball?

Let’s be honest. Reese has spent more time becoming viral for its outfits, makeup and organized lifestyle content than for its performance statistics. Its transition from university celebrity to pros was not as explosive as some claimed it, and its contributions on the ground have often been overshadowed by its outstanding brand building. While other athletes were embroidered in the gymnasium, Reese is frequently seen by publishing videos of the day’s outfit, a partnership with luxury brands and a jet set for events that seem to be more influenced than basketball.

Fans have started to whisper the question aloud: Is Angel Reese still a professional athlete-or has she just become another Instagram model who knows how dribble?

The backlash has not come out of nowhere. In a Tiktok clip which quickly became viral, Reese proudly said: “I am a brand. I don’t need to drop 30 points per night to win.” It was a daring and shameless admission – and for many, it was confirmation that she no longer continued the championships, but the commitment measures.

And maybe she’s right. In today’s digital world, being marketable is just as profitable – if not more – than being the best. Nile Office, Adrossements, Spaceized Contents… Reese collects, a lot of time. But the growing concern is that its influence is now more rooted in brand filters and collaborations than in free throws and rebounds. The “Bayou Barbie” image could bring subscribers, but it begins to eliminate its credibility as a real competitor.

A recent comment summarized the change of feeling of the public: “She was a baller. Now, she simply poses with the basketball balls for” aesthetics “.” Ouch.

Angel Reese has the right to build his empire and secure the bag – no one denies it. But when fans connect to see the athletes compete and get a constant flow of beauty tutorials and glamorous photo sessions, is it just to ask: where is the game?

If Reese wants to be the face of the new generation, she will have to prove that she is more than a trend – and that she still belongs to the field, not only in front of the camera. Until then, the title “Instagram model that can hoop a little” can remain stronger than it thinks.