# Was Angel Reese Called a Protected Species? | Wilmington News

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Published: 2026-07-18T16:12:33+00:00
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Angel Reese lit up the court with 23 points against the Toronto Tempo, but the real firestorm erupted when coach Sandy Brondello called her a “protected species” during a collision — sparking immediate racial assumptions online. Reese amplified the narrative, fueling social media chaos. But context matters: the term, common in sports slang globally — especially in Aussie and NFL circles — simply refers to star players who get favorable officiating. Brondello’s comment, rooted in cultural idioms, wasn’t racially charged — just a misinterpreted sports trope. A cautionary tale about how fast narratives spiral — and why digging into context can defuse outrage before it explodes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/99cd0f53a8284356

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