A viral meme claiming Angel Reese said ‘I make $1,400 in 7 days’ drew massive attention but her actual WNBA salary is only around $74,900/year (~$1,440/week). We unpack the truth behind the joke, her outspoken salary critique, endorsement income, and what it reveals about player pay in the WNBA.
🧠 The Viral Meme & Misquote
A viral quote circulating on social media “Y’all make $1,400 a week… I make $1,400 in seven days” was attributed to Angel Reese. However, no credible evidence shows she said this. It appears tied to meme culture and parody pages. The misquote nonetheless sparked debates about WNBA salaries and player compensation.
📉 Reality Check: WNBA Salary Breakdown
Angel Reese’s 2025 base salary is approximately $74,909, which breaks down to roughly $1,440 per week—virtually identical to the meme’s number. The coincidence fueled confusion and interest but underscores how low the standard WNBA salaries are relative to the league’s star power.
💬 Reese’s Past Critique of WNBA Pay
In public remarks last year, Reese made clear that WNBA pay alone “doesn’t pay my bills,” citing high rent (reported as $8,000/month) vehicle costs, and living expenses. Her statements in October 2024 stirred conversations about players relying heavily on endorsements and external income.
💼 Off‑Court Earnings & Brand Power
Angel Reese’s supplemental income comes from substantial endorsements including deals with Reebok, Reese’s, Beats by Dre, and others plus her podcast, “Unapologetically Angel.” Her estimated net worth in 2025 is around $1.7–2 million, driven largely by her branding and NIL earnings.
🔁 What the Meme Represents
The meme, even if fictional, captures the stark contrast between Reese’s income from play versus off court ventures. It spotlighted the tension felt by many WNBA players about inequity in pay structures relative to their media presence and performance.
🗣 WNBA Pay & CBA Negotiations
Angel Reese has always been ahead in speech on supporting fair compensation and transparency of about every next WNBA collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and scheduled for 2025 when players can negotiate about their salary pools and revenue sharing. Reese even hinted at potential lockouts as pressure tactics.
7 days is a week. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 https://t.co/MRb9kE6pmr
— Tylor ⚜️🎮🦅 (@WiFiTy8) July 29, 2025
📈 Artist vs Athlete: Power of Influencers
With over 4 million Instagram followers and high NIL recognition from college days, Reese illustrates the modern athlete’s dual role as both performer and influencer. Her meme-driven fame is a reminder of how social media economy influences athlete valuation even when league pay lags.