Angel Reese's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Angel Reese.

Angel Reese, nicknamed "Bayou Barbie" and "Chi Barbie", is an American professional basketball player. She currently plays for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA and the Rose in the Unrivaled basketball league. Before turning professional, Reese played college basketball for both the Maryland Terrapins and the LSU Tigers.

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

1975: First Maryland Double-Double Average Since 1975

In her sophomore season, Angel Reese became the first Maryland player since Angie Scott in 1975 to average a double-double.

1977: Previous LSU Single-Game Rebounding Record

In 1977, Maree Jackson set LSU's single-game rebounding record which stood until January 5, 2023.

2006: Sylvia Fowles' Consecutive Double-Doubles Record

During the 2006-07 season, Sylvia Fowles set the program record for consecutive double-doubles, which Angel Reese later broke.

January 2020: Archbishop Spalding Coach Fired and Jersey Retired

In January 2020, the Archbishop Spalding High School head coach was fired after private Instagram messages criticizing Angel Reese's behavior were made public. Also in January 2020, Reese's number 10 jersey was retired by St. Frances, making her the first female player to receive this honor.

2020: McDonald's All-American Honors

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

2020: Ranked as a Top Recruit

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

January 5, 2023: Breaks LSU's Single-Game Rebounding Record

On January 5, 2023, Angel Reese surpassed LSU's single-game rebounding record, held by Maree Jackson since 1977, during a 26-point, 28-rebound performance in a 74–34 win over Texas A&M.

July 17, 2023: Basketball Court Named After Reese in Hometown

On July 17, 2023, the newly renovated basketball court at the Scotts Branch Recreation Activity Center in Angel Reese's hometown of Randallstown, Maryland, was named the Angel Reese Court.

October 2023: Reese Featured on Sports Illustrated Cover

In October 2023, Angel Reese was featured alongside LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Money Issue, titled "Generation NIL".

October 17, 2023: Reese Signs 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, and was its first signing since O'Neal moved into the role.

2024: Selected in WNBA Draft

In 2024, Angel Reese was selected by the Chicago Sky with the seventh overall pick in the WNBA draft. Also in 2024, she was named an WNBA All-Star and set the league single-season record in rebounds.

January 2025: Reese Gains 4.6 Million Followers on Instagram

By January 2025, Angel Reese gained 4.6 million followers on Instagram, making her the most followed player in the WNBA.

January 2025: Reese Featured as Vogue Cover Star

In January 2025, Angel Reese featured as the cover star for Vogue magazine's winter issue, profiling the convergence of sports and fashion in her career.

May 27, 2025: Fastest to 500 Points and 500 Rebounds

On May 27, 2025, Angel Reese surpassed Tina Charles as the fastest player to record 500 points and 500 rebounds, achieving this milestone in just 38 games.

July 2025: Reese Named Cover Athlete for NBA 2K26

In July 2025, Angel Reese was named the co-cover athlete for the Leave No Doubt edition (alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Carmelo Anthony), and solo cover athlete for the WNBA edition of NBA 2K26, a popular video game.