WNBA star Angel Reese doesn’t shy away from asserting her star-forward approach and no-nonsense attitude. It was evident in her recent tweet on March 4, calling out none other than Unrivaled head coach Nola Henry of Rose BC.
Reese was apparently livid over Henry’s criticism following a hot-mic incident. In January, the Chicago Sky power forward was caught in a hot-mic moment where she was heard criticizing Sabrina Ionescu’s defensive abilities during a matchup between Phantom BC and Rose BC.
While it’s unclear whether Reese was referring to that particular incident or a new one, her tweet was full of fire and sarcasm for Rose’s coach. Here’s how things unfolded and how Henry found herself on the receiving end of Reese’s sharp words.
Angel Reese Fires Back at Rose BC Coach
Henry took to Instagram to share a story of her recent trip to McDonald’s for a meal. She ordered the “Angel Reese Special” — a Quarter Pounder with cheese, barbecue sauce, and fries.
Fans may know that Reese partnered with McDonald’s to create a limited-edition meal called the Angel Reese Special, marking the first time the franchise has partnered with a female athlete.
The 22-year-old shared news about her McDonald’s partnership in January in a press release, stating:
“McDonald’s has always been a big part of my life, from grabbing a McChicken Sandwich as a kid to being named a McDonald’s All-American in 2020.”
Henry’s McDonald’s trip came on a notable occasion. Her team, Rose, secured a 58-53 win over Laces BC in a recent Unrivaled game. It was certainly something to celebrate, but the video of Henry visiting McDonald’s and ordering an “Angel Reese Special” didn’t sit well with the 22-year-old WNBA star.
The 2023 NCAA champion took to social media, calling out Henry on X. Sharing the post that referenced Henry’s McDonald’s order, Reese wrote:
“After she tried to embarrass me on the hot mic yesterday.”
after she tried to embarrass me on the hot mic yesterday…🥲 @777NRH https://t.co/tS27P868R2
— Angel Reese (@Reese10Angel) March 4, 2025
Though she didn’t specify the exact moment, it’s clear that Reese felt slighted and wanted to respond right away.
The WNBA star has been phenomenal in the Unrivaled league. In the game against the Lunar Owls on Feb. 21, Reese scored 22 points and grabbed 21 rebounds, becoming the first player in Unrivaled history to have a 20-point, 20-rebound game while playing for Rose. During the same game, Reese had a heated confrontation with Henry while demanding a challenge for an offensive foul.
Angel Reese yelling in her coach’s face to challenge the call 💀💀💀 pic.twitter.com/TeCsh73bhy
— BricksCenter (@BricksCenter) February 22, 2025
Things are certainly not smooth between Reese and Henry. However, Reese’s recent response perfectly showcased her confidence and refusal to back down, especially when she feels disrespected.
