LSU star Angel Reese addressed the commotion that occurred on the handshake line following the Tigers' victory over UCLA in the Sweet 16. Reese clarified that the incident stemmed from an assistant coach who was 'talking a little crazy.' Initial speculation suggested that Reese had exchanged words with UCLA head coach Cori Close, but Reese clarified that Close had actually wished her 'good game.' The exchange of words was directed at an assistant coach.
The tension began when Reese fouled out in the final minute of the game. As she made her way to the bench, she glanced back towards the UCLA bench and appeared to say something. Close, visibly fired up, approached an official regarding the incident and expressed disappointment that a technical foul was not called.
