Recent exchanges on Instagram between Flau’jae Johnson’s mother and Angel Reese’s mother have sparked rumors surrounding Angel Reese’s academic standing and her absence from LSU basketball games. Johnson’s mother implied that Reese may have a GPA below 2.0, leading to speculation about her potential suspension from the team due to academic reasons.

While LSU has not officially commented on Reese’s status or any potential suspension, her absence from a recent game against Southeastern Louisiana, coupled with being benched for the entire second half of a previous game against Kent State, has fueled further speculation. LSU’s head coach, Kim Mulkey, offered cryptic remarks when questioned about Reese’s absence, stating only that Reese remains a part of the team and her return is hoped for “sooner than later.”

The situation suggests possible discord between Mulkey and Reese, leading to speculation about internal team dynamics. This is a stark contrast to Reese’s standout performance last season, where she led LSU to its first-ever national championship and received accolades as Most Outstanding Player.

Despite a rocky start to the current season, Reese’s on-court contributions have been overshadowed by off-court speculation. She took to social media to address the rumors, urging followers not to believe everything they read.

Amidst the uncertainty, former teammate Jasmine Carson hinted at underlying issues within the team, adding to the intrigue surrounding Reese’s absence.

As LSU navigates these challenges, questions linger about Reese’s future participation and the impact on the team’s title defense. With a game against Texas Southern Tigers approaching, all eyes will be on whether Reese makes her return to the court, signaling a resolution to the ongoing speculation and turmoil within the LSU basketball program.