Katt Williams Throws Unexpected Shade at Angel Reese During Interview — “I’m 99% on My Layups, I’m Not Angel Reese”
It’s always the quiet jabs that stir up the loudest reactions, and when Katt Williams decides to speak, people tend to listen—whether they laugh, gasp, or just stare in disbelief. This week, the internet lit up after the veteran comedian made a comment about rising WNBA star Angel Reese that many took as a subtle diss, wrapped in one of his signature smooth, sarcastic punchlines. While sitting down during a recent appearance, Katt delivered the line with a smirk: “I’m not Angel Reese, I’m 99% on my layups — my layup is my dunk.” That was all it took for a social media storm to follow.
Now, context matters, and Katt has never been one to shy away from controversy. His stand-up specials, viral interviews, and sharp critiques of Hollywood and culture are part of what built his reputation. But this time, the target wasn’t a fellow celebrity or politician — it was a 22-year-old WNBA rookie who’s been in the league for less than a season. The clip hit the internet with the kind of speed only drama and fame can produce. In seconds, Threads, Instagram, and Twitter (or X, if we must call it that) were full of reactions: some laughing, others confused, and many wondering, “Why Angel Reese?”
For those unfamiliar, Angel Reese has become one of the most recognizable faces in women’s basketball. From her standout college run with LSU — including that unforgettable NCAA title game — to her high-profile WNBA debut with the Chicago Sky, Reese has carried herself with confidence and style. She’s unapologetic, charismatic, and ambitious, which makes her a magnet for attention, both positive and negative. She’s also been vocal about standing up for herself and other Black women athletes who often face scrutiny for things their male counterparts get away with daily. So when Katt Williams tossed her name into a punchline — especially one comparing layup percentages — it hit different.
The quote itself was quick, casual, and sly. Katt wasn’t yelling or ranting. He just dropped it mid-conversation, like it was no big deal. “I’m not Angel Reese, I’m 99% on my layups — my layup is my dunk.” The audience laughed, but you could tell it was the kind of laugh that carries a double-take. Was he just making a joke about missing shots? Was he calling out her recent in-game struggles? Or was it something deeper — commentary on how Angel Reese is currently one of the most talked-about athletes in the country, yet still vulnerable to this kind of public jab?
Angel Reese, for her part, hasn’t publicly responded to the comment. And honestly, she doesn’t need to. Her game has been doing the talking. She recently became the first WNBA rookie in league history to post ten straight double-doubles — a feat that would earn nonstop praise for any rookie in any league. She’s been leading the Sky in both points and rebounds, showing toughness and resilience on and off the court. The layup joke, while catchy and memeable, doesn’t exactly land when you look at her actual stats. But in the age of social media, optics often outweigh reality.
Still, this moment sparked an interesting conversation — not just about Angel Reese, but about the way we talk about young Black women in sports. It’s not uncommon for comedians to poke fun at athletes, especially ones making headlines. But there’s a pattern here that’s hard to ignore. From Caitlin Clark to Angel Reese, every time a woman athlete rises into stardom, it feels like someone tries to humble her — not through game play or analysis, but through passive-aggressive jabs or cultural commentary. Katt Williams isn’t the first to joke about a WNBA player, and he won’t be the last, but his voice carries weight. Whether he meant it to be shady or not, people heard it that way. And in comedy, delivery is everything.
This isn’t to say Katt should be canceled or criticized beyond reason. He’s a comedian, and part of that job is making people uncomfortable, finding humor in unexpected places. But it does raise a fair question: what’s the line between humor and unnecessary targeting? Especially when the person you’re joking about is a 22-year-old woman trying to navigate her first year in a professional league that barely gets mainstream respect to begin with?
Reese has dealt with criticism before. During her NCAA title run, she was called “classless” by certain media voices for doing the same on-court gestures as her white opponents. She responded with poise, refusing to shrink herself just to fit into someone else’s mold of how a female athlete should act. She’s leaned into her identity, embracing the spotlight while also acknowledging the pressure that comes with it. And in many ways, that’s why Katt’s comment stung for so many people. Not because it was brutally harsh, but because it felt unnecessary — like punching down when he didn’t have to.
It’s also worth noting that Katt Williams, for all his fame and humor, has positioned himself as someone who challenges the system, who speaks truth to power, who defends those overlooked. Which is what made this moment so surprising. Angel Reese, by all accounts, is someone who should fit into his circle of protection. She’s a Black woman succeeding despite being doubted, confident in a space that rarely allows women to be bold without backlash. In another setting, Katt might’ve championed her — called out the double standards she faces, the underfunding of the WNBA, or the way young stars are asked to carry entire franchises at age 22. But instead, he made her the punchline.
Social media, of course, did what it always does. Memes flew. Comments piled up. Some fans came to Angel’s defense, pointing out her recent double-double streak. Others defended Katt, saying people are too sensitive and it was “just a joke.” And somewhere in the middle, a real conversation emerged — not about canceling anyone, but about how much thought we give to our words, especially when those words carry influence.
Whether you laughed at the joke or winced, one thing is clear: Angel Reese is still rising. Her performance continues to speak louder than the commentary, and if anything, this moment proves just how much attention she commands. Even when she’s not trying to, she’s in the headlines — not for scandals or mistakes, but simply for existing in her greatness.
Katt Williams may have thrown a quick shot her way, but the scoreboard says Angel’s winning in the long run. She’s reshaping the conversation around women’s basketball, inspiring young girls who see themselves in her unapologetic presence, and proving that no amount of jokes can dim her spotlight. And as for Katt? He might be 99% on his layups, but in this case, it feels like he missed the bigger picture.