Angel Reese reacts to the WNBA’s announcement of the 2026 All-Star Game starters, saying the results are “disrespectful” because no Atlanta Dream players were named starters. Multiple reports note that the Dream are tied for the top spot in the Eastern Conference with a 12–8 record when the All-Star selections are made public. Reese specifically calls out teammate Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, arguing that their performances merit starter recognition alongside other Dream players who did not receive starting votes. Reese’s comments emphasize that while she expects criticism or exclusion for herself, she believes it is unfair for her teammates, given how hard they work and the level of attention they draw in games.
The reports present Reese’s dissatisfaction as a response to the voting outcomes rather than a dispute over selection rules themselves. In this account, the central issue is the Dream’s strong standing in the conference compared with the absence of Dream representatives as All-Star starters.
