Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese Won’t Be Punished for Social Media Bet, AP Source Says
The deleted clip showed Bueckers and Reese discussing a $400 bet, raising questions about gambling rules and possible discipline.
- On Wednesday, the WNBA deleted a social media post showing Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese discussing a $400 bet on their game. The league removed the clip shortly after it appeared.
- League gambling rules strictly prohibit players from wagering on WNBA contests, regardless of amount. Violations of the Collective Bargaining Agreement can result in fines, suspensions, or dismissal from the league.
- The Atlanta Dream defeated the Dallas Wings 82-81 in Wednesday's matchup. Reese joked, "I will be requesting her Apple Pay after this" when asked about the wager during the post-game press conference.
- Fans criticized the league for posting the clip, with one user calling it an "absolute clown show." The WNBA has yet to publicly address whether an investigation or disciplinary action against the players is underway.
- Both Reese and Bueckers have emerged as two of the WNBA's brightest young stars. The incident complicates the league's balance between promoting player personalities and maintaining competition integrity amid sports betting expansion.
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RULES FOR THEE: WNBA PANIC-DELETES Video of Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers Making $400 Bet on Their Own Game — League Admits WILL NOT Punish Its Stars
by Jim Hᴏft The WNBA leadership circus has somehow found another way to embarrass itself. The league’s official social media account posted a video on Wednesday, appearing Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese agreeing to a $400 wager on the outcome of a game between their own teams. Yes, the...
RULES FOR THEE: WNBA PANIC-DELETES Video of Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers Making $400 Bet on Their Own Game — League Admits WILL NOT Punish Its Stars * The Gateway Pundit * by Jim Hᴏft
Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese discuss an apparent $400 wager on their teams’ matchup during WNBA All-Star Weekend. (Screenshot via WNBA/X) The WNBA leadership circus has somehow found another way to embarrass itself. The league’s official social media account posted a video on Wednesday, appearing Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese agreeing to a $400 wager on the outcome of a game between their own teams. Ye…
Angel Reese Reveals The Habits That Help Her Stay Mentally Strong Amid Growing Fame
Jacob Webster Angel Reese‘s star is only getting brighter, and with the attention that comes from being one of the WNBA‘s biggest stars, handling the pressure can be a full-time job. Fortunately for Reese, she has a strong support system and a healthy routine to help her navigate it all. In a new interview, the Atlanta Dream standout says talking to the people she trusts, spending time reflecting, meditating, and journaling have helped her proce…
Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese won’t be punished for social media bet, AP source says
By DOUG FEINBERG NEW YORK (AP) — A social media post showing stars Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting $400 on the outcome of a game between their teams “missed the mark,” the WNBA said Thursday. The players won’t be punished for the bet, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told The Associated […]
WNBA deletes social media post showing Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers betting on game
NEW YORK — A social media post showing stars Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting $400 on the outcome of a game between their teams "missed the mark," the WNBA said Thursday.The players won't be punished for the bet, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation.The league posted the initial video from All-Star Weekend, da…
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