What Happened to Angel Reese?

Angel Reese, born May 6, 2002, first gained significant national attention during her collegiate basketball career. After two seasons at Maryland, where she was named a third-team All-American as a sophomore, Reese transferred to Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2022. Her impact at LSU was immediate and profound. In her junior season (2022-23), she led the Tigers to their first-ever NCAA Women's Basketball National Championship, earning the tournament's Most Outstanding Player award. During this historic run, Reese set an NCAA single-season record with 34 double-doubles and an SEC single-season record in rebounds. Her on-court intensity and celebrations, particularly during the 2023 championship game against Caitlin Clark's Iowa team, captivated millions and significantly boosted viewership for women's college basketball.

Reese declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft and was selected seventh overall by the Chicago Sky on April 15, 2024. Her rookie season was record-breaking; she was named a WNBA All-Star and set a league record with 15 consecutive double-doubles, ultimately leading the WNBA in rebounds per game (13.1) and setting a rookie record with 26 double-doubles. She also became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 400+ rebounds. Her rivalry with Caitlin Clark, who was drafted first overall, continued to fuel unprecedented interest and viewership in the WNBA.

In her second WNBA season in 2025, Reese continued her dominance on the boards, again leading the league in rebounds per game (12.6) and recording 23 double-doubles. She was named a WNBA All-Star for the second consecutive year. Despite her individual success, the Chicago Sky struggled with a 10-34 record in 2025. Reese also made history by becoming the fastest player to record 500 points and 500 rebounds in just 38 games. She also achieved her first WNBA triple-double in 2025. Late in the 2025 season, Reese missed 14 games due to a back injury and was briefly suspended for comments deemed "detrimental to the team."

As of March 29, 2026, Angel Reese remains a key player for the Chicago Sky, confirming her return for the 2026 season as she is under contract. Her salary is expected to significantly increase under the new CBA. She has also been active in the Unrivaled basketball league, playing for Rose BC, where she won the inaugural championship and was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2025. Reese rejoined Rose BC for the remainder of the 2026 Unrivaled season in February 2026, confirming her full recovery from her back injury. Beyond the court, Reese has leveraged her immense popularity into numerous endorsement deals, including a significant multi-year extension with Reebok. A major milestone in March 2026 was the launch of her signature shoe line, the 'Angel Reese 1,' with Reebok, making her one of only a few WNBA players with a signature shoe. She also appeared as the digital cover star for Vogue Australia's April 2026 issue, showcasing her new shoe. Reese is also a member of the 2026 USA Women's World Cup Qualifying Team.