Social media backlash over alleged racist criticisms of LSU's Angel Reese after NCAA championship win

After LSU's Angel Reese made a gesture at opponent Caitlin Clark during the NCAA championship game, critics called her behavior "classless." However, many on social media pointed out the lack of outrage when Clark, who is white, made the same gesture at Reese, who is Black, during a previous game. The exchange sparked a debate on social media, with some calling out the critics for being hypocrites and others defending Reese's right to celebrate. The women's championship was a watershed season for women's collegiate basketball's popularity, with a 66% increase in viewership over last year.