In the latest livestream, Angel Reese left viewers stunned after revealing that her $74,000 WNBA salary isn’t enough to cover her $8,000 rent.
Basketball star Angel Reese’s recent comments about her salary have sparked debate on social media.
The 6-foot-3 player for the Chicago Sky has shared her struggles with high living expenses. Her admission has divided opinions on the fairness of WNBA salaries.
Angel Reese comments on her salary and living costs
Reese, who stands at 6 feet 3 inches tall, plays for the Chicago Sky. Currently, the team ranks 10th in the WNBA standings.
During the livestream, she humorously noted that she is “living beyond [her] means.” She stated, “I just hope y’all know, the WNBA doesn’t pay my bills at all. I don’t even think that pays one of my bills. Literally.”
In the footage, Reese candidly addressed her financial situation. She revealed, “I just hope y’all know, the WNBA doesn’t pay my bills at all.”
She explained that her annual salary of $74,000 does not cover her monthly rent of $8,000. “I don’t even think that pays one of my bills. Literally,” she stated.
Reese laughed as she acknowledged, “I’m living beyond my means.”
The video was filmed in Birch’s home in Vermont. It suggests that she may have recorded it after attending the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show afterparty in New York City on October 15.
The video quickly went viral and sparked debate on social media
Responses to her admission have been mixed. Some users sympathized with her financial struggles. They suggested that WNBA players deserve higher salaries.
One person said: Then why did she agree to $74,000? On top of that. Agree to pay $8000 in rent. It doesn’t add up. Literally
A second wrote: Ok hear me out … yes she should be making more but it’s her own fault she’s living above her means and should not be complaining about what she’s complaining about.
While a third commented: My dad always said “you can have whatever you can afford”. Words to live by. Guess not everyone had that lesson.
Another added: Look how entitled she feels…lol you’re not that good anyway..you can rebound…not well rounded at all…and thinks she deserves more then what she gets…how about find something within your means like everyone else does.
Conversely, others criticized her living choices.
One comment read: Why rent something you can’t afford?” Another user added, “Imagine earning $74K a year and knowingly signing an $8K a month lease. This one’s on her.
A different person remarked: I’ll never understand people who live outside their means then complain about it.
Despite some criticism, others voiced strong support for Reese and the need for better pay in women’s sports.
Financial reality beyond the WNBA
While Reese’s WNBA salary may not cover her rent, she has other income sources. According to Distractify, her net worth is estimated to be just under $2 million. Recent partnerships include a collaboration with Reese’s Pieces and her own sneaker line with Reebok.
Angel Reese’s candid discussion about her salary and living expenses highlights the financial challenges many athletes face today. Her situation underscores the ongoing conversation about pay equity in women’s sports.
As the debate continues, it raises important questions about the financial realities of professional athletes and the need for change in the industry.