Angel Reese praises Monica McNutt as WNBA coverage resumes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Angel Reese expressed admiration for Monica McNutt during an appearance on ESPN, calling her a 'focal point' in sports media. Reese's comments come as the WNBA prepares to restart after the All-Star break, with teams approaching the trade deadline and the season's final stretch. Reese acknowledged the pressure Caitlin Clark faces, after her candid remarks about the emotional toll of media coverage. McNutt received backlash from some fans but has support from Reese, who highlighted the importance of confidence and accountability among women in sports. Reese recently contributed to a victory over the Dallas Wings with 22 points and 12 rebounds.
- •WNBA resumes play following the All-Star break.
- •Angel Reese commended Monica McNutt for her prominence at ESPN.
- •Reese addressed the pressures faced by Caitlin Clark.
- •McNutt faced criticism but received support from Reese.
- •Reese scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in a recent match.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Black Queen’: Angel Reese praises Monica McNutt for being ‘focal point’ at ESPN
"The WNBA is restarting following an exciting All-Star break, and teams are gearing up for Sunday’s trade deadline and the home stretch of the campaign. A lot of the coverage this year, predictably, has centered on Caitlin Clark Indiana Fever. Unfortunately, the conversation surrounding Clark and Indiana hasn’t always been about basketball, something the former…
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