WNBA’s Social Media Deletes Post Showing Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese Violating Betting Rules [VIDEO]
The WNBA posted a video of two star players discussing a cash bet. The league then deleted the clip within hours. Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers had wagered on their teams’ matchup.
The bet happened during All-Star Weekend. Reese and Bueckers agreed on a friendly wager for the Atlanta Dream versus Dallas Wings game. Reese held up several hundred-dollar bills in the footage. The total appeared to reach about $400.
On game day, the official WNBA account shared the video. The caption mentioned the bet Bueckers made with Reese. A reporter asked Bueckers about the wager. She smiled and replied, “We did?” The post quickly drew attention online.
The WNBA posted a video of Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers BETTING MONEY on which team would win and had to delete it after realizing this was a violation of league rules. 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/RmORdradue
— Hater Report (@HaterReport) July 30, 2026
WNBA Rules Ban Player Bets on Games
League rules strictly forbid players from betting on WNBA contests. The collective bargaining agreement lists clear penalties. Any player found wagering on outcomes can face fines, suspension, or dismissal.
The WNBA realized the problem fast. Officials removed the post from the official X account. Screenshots and reposts already spread across social media. Fans noted the awkward timing of the league promoting its own stars’ wager.
Atlanta won the game 82-81 in a close finish. Reese scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. The Dream overcame a 15-point deficit. Reese later posted a celebratory message that referenced the four hundred dollars.
Now deleted WNBA post 🤦♀️ pic.twitter.com/CipILp5br9
— Kaitlyn 📊🏀 (@zulueditsae) July 29, 2026
WNBA Faces Fresh Scrutiny Over the Post
Critics called the original upload a clear misstep. The league cannot appear to endorse player betting. Even a lighthearted bet between stars creates optics problems. Many online users pointed out the double standard compared to other sports.
Paige Bueckers continues drawing attention beyond the court. Recent viral clips from All-Star events keep her name trending. Angel Reese also stays in the spotlight with strong production and off-court moments this season.
No formal discipline against the players has surfaced yet. The wager looked friendly and did not appear to affect their effort. Both competed hard in a one-point game. Still, the league acted to protect its integrity standards.
This incident highlights ongoing tension inside the WNBA. The league promotes star personalities while enforcing traditional gambling rules. Social media moves faster than compliance checks. One poorly timed post forced a quick deletion.
WNBA’s Social Media Deletes Post Showing Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese Violating Betting Rules [VIDEO]
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