Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Angel Reese

How Angel Reese built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Angel Reese is a professional basketball player in the WNBA, currently playing for the Chicago Sky. She gained prominence playing college basketball, first for the Maryland Terrapins and later for the LSU Tigers. Reese is known by the nicknames "Bayou Barbie" and "Chi Barbie".

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2017: Trials for FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship

In 2017, Reese attended trials for the United States team for the FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship but was not named to the final roster.

2018: Missed cut for Under-17 World Cup team

In 2018, Reese missed the cut for the Under-17 World Cup team after being a finalist.

November 1, 2019: Commitment to Maryland

On November 1, 2019, Angel Reese announced her commitment to Maryland, becoming the highest-ranked recruit in program history.

2019: Finalist for Under-19 World Cup team and Withdrawal

In 2019, Reese was named a finalist for the Under-19 World Cup team before withdrawing to play in the Nike EYBL.

November 27, 2020: Maryland Debut

On November 27, 2020, Angel Reese made her debut for Maryland, recording 20 points and nine rebounds in a 94–72 win over Davidson at the Gulf Coast Challenge.

2020: McDonald's All-American honors in High School

In 2020, Angel Reese was awarded McDonald's All-American honors at Saint Frances Academy, and was ranked the number two player in her class by ESPN.

2020: Five-star recruit by ESPN

In 2020, Angel Reese was considered a five-star recruit, the number two player and the top wing in the 2020 class by ESPN.

February 23, 2021: Return from Injury

On February 23, 2021, Angel Reese returned from a Jones fracture injury in her right foot, coming off the bench for Maryland.

March 24, 2021: NCAA Tournament Win

On March 24, 2021, in the second round of the NCAA tournament, Angel Reese scored 19 points to help Maryland defeat Alabama, 100–64.

December 2, 2021: Season-High Performance Against Miami

On December 2, 2021, Angel Reese had a season-high 26 points and 15 rebounds in an 82–74 win against Miami (Florida) in the ACC–Big Ten Challenge.

2021: Withdrawal from Under-19 World Cup consideration

In 2021, Reese withdrew from consideration for the Under-19 World Cup for health reasons after receiving an invitation to team trials and being a finalist.

February 14, 2022: Victory Over Iowa

On February 14, 2022, Angel Reese posted 25 points and 13 rebounds in an 81–69 victory over Iowa.

April 5, 2022: Entry into Transfer Portal

On April 5, 2022, Angel Reese entered the transfer portal with several of her teammates, seeking a fresh start and a coach who would develop her for the WNBA.

May 6, 2022: Transfer to LSU

On May 6, 2022, LSU announced that Angel Reese would transfer to their program, driven by her trust in coach Kim Mulkey and a desire to join a winning culture.

January 5, 2023: Single-Game Rebounding Record

On January 5, 2023, Angel Reese surpassed LSU's single-game rebounding record during a 26-point, 28-rebound performance in a 74–34 win over Texas A&M.

July 2023: Launch of Angel C. Reese Foundation

In July 2023, Angel Reese announced the launch of the Angel C. Reese Foundation, which aims to empower girls through sports, education, and financial literacy.

October 2023: Sports Illustrated Cover and NIL Valuation

In October 2023, Angel Reese was featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Money Issue, titled "Generation NIL", alongside Livvy Dunne. After her junior season, her NIL valuation surpassed $1 million, leading all women's college basketball players.

October 17, 2023: Endorsement Deal with Reebok

On October 17, 2023, Angel Reese signed an endorsement deal with Reebok, drawn to the company by its new president of basketball, Shaquille O'Neal. She was its first signing since O'Neal moved into the role.

November 6, 2023: Season Debut Loss to Colorado

On November 6, 2023, Angel Reese recorded 15 points and 12 rebounds in her season debut, but LSU suffered an upset loss to Colorado, 92–78.

November 14, 2023: Benched During Game Against Kent State

On November 14, 2023, Angel Reese had 11 points and five rebounds in a win over Kent State but was benched for the second half, a decision attributed to coach Mulkey.

2023: Silver Medal at FIBA Women's AmeriCup

In 2023, Angel Reese helped the United States win a silver medal at the FIBA Women's AmeriCup.

2023: FIBA Women's AmeriCup Debut

In 2023, Reese made her United States national team debut at the FIBA Women's AmeriCup in Mexico, where she helped her team win the silver medal. In her first game, she posted 11 points and 9 rebounds in a win over Venezuela. She recorded 13 points and 18 rebounds in a victory over Colombia in the quarterfinals. In the final, she had four points and six rebounds in a loss to Brazil.

April 3, 2024: Declared for 2024 WNBA Draft

On April 3, 2024, Angel Reese declared for the 2024 WNBA draft, where she was projected to be a first-round pick.

May 15, 2024: WNBA Debut

On May 15, 2024, Angel Reese made her WNBA debut, posting 12 points and eight rebounds in an 87–79 loss to the Dallas Wings.

May 2024: Part Owner of DC Power FC

In May 2024, Angel Reese became a part owner of the USL Super League professional soccer team DC Power FC.

July 2, 2024: Selected for WNBA All-Star Game

On July 2, 2024, Angel Reese was selected to play in the WNBA All-Star Game.

July 24, 2024: Appearance in Unrivaled League

On July 24, 2024, it was announced that Angel Reese would appear and play in the inaugural season of Unrivaled, a new women's 3-on-3 basketball league.

August 2024: Sponsorship Deal with Reese's

In August 2024, Angel Reese signed a sponsorship deal with Reese's. The sponsorship agreement includes an apparel collection. Her fans use the nickname Reese's Pieces.

September 2024: Podcast Launch

In September 2024, Angel Reese started a podcast called Unapologetically Angel on the Playmaker network, with new episodes released every Thursday.

2024: LSU's Loss in Elite Eight of NCAA tournament

In 2024, Angel Reese led LSU to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament, where she had 17 points and 20 rebounds in a 94–87 loss to Iowa.

2024: Selected by Chicago Sky in WNBA draft

In 2024, Angel Reese was selected by the Chicago Sky with the seventh overall pick in the WNBA draft.

January 2025: Vogue Cover Star

In January 2025, Vogue magazine announced that Angel Reese is the cover star of their winter issue, profiling the convergence of sports and fashion in her career.

January 17, 2025: Debut in Unrivaled League

On January 17, 2025, Angel Reese debuted in Unrivaled League as a starter for Rose BC, scoring the first points in the team's history.

February 2025: McDonald's Meal Collaboration

In February 2025, Angel Reese collaborated with McDonald's on a special meal named after her that launched on February 10. The Angel Reese Special consists of a quarter pounder with cheese, bacon, and barbecue sauce, as well as medium fries and a medium soft drink. Reese is the first female athlete that McDonald's has named a meal after.

2025: Appearance on Vogue Cover

In 2025, Angel Reese appeared on the cover of Vogue.

2025: All-Unrivaled Second Team and Defensive Player of the Year

In 2025, Angel Reese was named to the All-Unrivaled Second Team and was awarded Unrivaled's Defensive Player of the Year. Unrivaled also won their first championship.