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Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts to a flagrant foul from Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) on Saturday, May 17, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky, 93-58.

'No Evidence. Shocking': Angel Reese Racism Claims During Caitlin Clark Drama Mocked By Tomi Lahren

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Dan Agulto | Last updated Jun 2, 2025 11:53 AM ET

Angel Reese and the alleged racial slurs thrown at them, not getting any evidence from the investigation of the WNBA, is not a shocking result, at least according to one conservative commentator.

In one of her recent videos, American conservative political commentator and television presenter Tomi Lahren got honest about her thoughts on the issue of the alleged racial slur thrown towards Angel Reese, and how it is not a “shocker” that the WNBA did not find any evidence of the claim.

“There’s no worse perpetrator of racism than Angel Reese,” Lahren said. “Well, her claims led to an entire whole ass investigation into her allegations. And wouldn’t you know it, no evidence. Shocking. But if the WNBA really wanted to investigate racism in the league, they could do so pretty easily in the case of Brittney Griner, who you’ll see there seemingly mouth something about effing white girls. Wow. I can’t wait to see the investigation unfold on that one there. I’d also add that perhaps trading Grinder for the Russian Merchant of Death wasn’t the best deal we’ve ever made.”

“All this to say, the WNBA is racist.”

Indiana Senator Calls for Angel Reese’s Apology

Angel Reese was at the center of a recent WNBA investigation regarding alleged hateful remarks directed at her during a game against the Indiana Fever. The inquiry, launched after Reese and Caitlin Clark had a heated exchange following a flagrant foul, concluded that no evidence supported the claims.

Despite the controversy, Reese has previously spoken about experiencing racism from Fever and Iowa fans, even reposting a TikTok suggesting she felt unsafe playing in Indiana. While the WNBA reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining an inclusive environment, the investigation ultimately found no substantiated proof of misconduct.

May 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts in the second half against the LA Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Following the league’s announcement, Indiana Senator Jim Banks criticized Reese, stating that she “owes Indiana fans an apology.” It remains unclear whether Reese herself initiated the investigation, as her coach, Tyler Marsh, was reportedly unaware of the allegations until they became public.

Meanwhile, Fever star Caitlin Clark expressed appreciation for the league’s efforts in addressing the concerns. The WNBA emphasized its dedication to enforcing fan conduct policies, ensuring that all players feel safe and respected during games.

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) lays the ball up against Phoenix Mercury guard Sami Whitcomb (33) during the first quarter at PHX Arena in Phoenix, on May 27, 2025.

Despite the controversy, Reese’s team, the Chicago Sky, supported the league’s swift response, highlighting its commitment to eliminating hate speech in professional basketball. The organization praised the WNBA for taking the matter seriously and reaffirmed its stance against discrimination.

As the season progresses, Angel Reese remains focused on her performance, determined to move forward from the investigation and continue making an impact on the court.

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

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