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'I Cannot Stand You': Rickea Jackson Confronts Online Troll After Dominique Malonga Video Comments
Feb 14, 2025; Oakland, California, USA; Rickea Jackson (2) of Team Bonds during introductions before the celebrity game ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Oakland Arena. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Sparks small forward Rickea Jackson clapped back at one “online hater” who wished she would get dunked on in one of her games in the WNBA.

Recently, Sparsk star Rickea Jackson gave her honest opinion on the drafting of French basketball star Dominique Malonga to the WNBA, as one of the new international players coming into the 2025 season of the league.

In a post on X, Jackson humorously “wished” to not get dunked on by Malonga, who is known for her dunking abilities.

She said in her post: “Lord please don’t let me be the first WNBA player to get dunked on

. Amen”

However, one “hater” wished exactly the same thing for her.

Indiana Fever point guard, Sydney Colson, responded to her post: “Lord please let Rickea be the first WNBA player to get dunked on

. Amen!”

Jackson retaliated: “I literally cannot STAND you!!!!!!

Colson doubled down on her teasing, saying: “Whether it’s this season or in 4 yrs, they’re gon pull ur tweets up when it happens


Sep 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Sparks forward Rickea Jackson poses before the game against the Phoenix Mercury at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Dominique Malonga is a 19-year-old French basketball prodigy who was recently selected as the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Seattle Storm. Standing at 6’6″, she is known for her versatility, athleticism, and defensive prowess.

Malonga has already made history as the youngest player ever drafted into the WNBA and as the first Frenchwoman to dunk in an official game. She previously played professionally for Lyon ASVEL Féminin in France, where she averaged a double-double during the 2024-2025 season. Additionally, she was part of France’s silver medal-winning team at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her unique skill set and international experience make her one of the most exciting young talents in women’s basketball.

Rickea Jackson on What She Wants to “Steal” From Caitlin Clark The Most

In her recent appearance at the “Broadcast Boys” show, Rickea Jackson was asked if she would want to “steal” Caitlin Clark’s shooting skills.

“Yes,” she answered.

When asked what she plans to do with the acquired skill, she already had one thing in mind.

“Shoot a half-court shot,” she answered.

Caitlin Clark is renowned for her exceptional shooting abilities, which have redefined the standards of women’s basketball. Known for her deep range, she consistently hits three-pointers and even shots from the logo.


Sep 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Sparks forward Rickea Jackson (2) rebounds the ball against the Phoenix Mercury in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Rickea Jackson had a solid rookie season with the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA season. She averaged 13.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, shooting 45.6% from the field, 34.7% from three-point range, and 80.7% from the free-throw line.

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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