Angel Reese isn’t staying quiet anymore. The Chicago Sky star has shaken up the WNBA conversation by bluntly stating that her $75,000 annual salary “doesn’t cover my bills,” let alone allow for saving or investing.

Living Loud and Honestly

In a recent livestream, Reese revealed she pays around $8,000 per month just for rent — more than her entire WNBA salary for the year. “That paycheck literally doesn’t help me,” she said without hesitation.

Her Real Income Comes Off the Court

While her league salary remains modest, Reese is among the highest-earning female athletes thanks to major brand endorsements, sponsorships, and her own media ventures. She’s earning millions through fashion, sports gear, tech brands, and her own podcast, Unapologetically Angel.

From Renting to Owning

Reese also shared a personal milestone: she has purchased her first home and even paid off her mother’s mortgage. These accomplishments didn’t come from her WNBA paycheck — they came from her brand, her hustle, and her reach beyond basketball.

A Wake-Up Call for the League?

Reese’s message isn’t just a personal frustration — it’s a reality check for the entire WNBA. If elite players can’t rely on their league salaries to support their basic lifestyles, what does that say about the structure and future of the league?

As the WNBA enters a new era of visibility, growth, and cultural relevance, players like Angel Reese are forcing an uncomfortable but necessary conversation: the league can’t afford to grow if its players can’t afford to live.