Angel Reese, the LSU basketball star and national champion known for her on-court dominance and unapologetic confidence, has found herself at the center of controversy after a video of her twerking at the Unrivaled basketball camp went viral over the weekend.

The video, which shows Reese dancing and twerking during a break in the camp, sparked a flurry of reactions online, with some fans criticizing her behavior as “inappropriate” and “gross,” while others defended her right to express herself freely.

The clip, originally shared on Instagram and TikTok, quickly amassed millions of views and ignited debates about professionalism, gender, and double standards in sports, DailyMail reports.

“Angel Reese is an incredible athlete, but this is gross and unnecessary. What kind of example is this setting for young girls who look up to her?” tweeted one user.

Another commented, “This isn’t a good look for someone who’s trying to be a role model. She needs to act like a champion, not a TikTok dancer.”

However, many fans came to Reese’s defense, arguing that the backlash was unwarranted and rooted in societal expectations placed on female athletes.

“Angel Reese is a 21-year-old enjoying her life. She’s allowed to dance, twerk, or do whatever she wants off the court,” wrote one supporter on Instagram. “Let’s not forget how much scrutiny female athletes face for simply being themselves.”

Reese, often referred to as the “Bayou Barbie,” has yet to address the controversy directly.

“She’s young, she’s confident, and she’s living her life,” said LSU fan Monica Hayes. “People need to let her be herself. She’s already proven she’s a champion—she doesn’t owe anyone anything.”

For now, Reese seems to be staying focused on her game and her growing influence, proving that she is more than capable of handling the spotlight, whether it’s for her skills on the court or her moves off of it.