Rookie Angel Reese has 'a lot going on' these days, but whether it's playing for the Sky or attending the Met Gala, she's happy to help create more buzz for the WNBA.
, rubbed shoulders with A-list stars in New York City on Monday, her 22nd birthday. She then traveled back to Chicago on a private plane and scored 13 points in 19 minutes in Tuesday's 101-53 preseason victory over the"I took my matchup seriously, I watched film when I was on the plane and I didn't take anything off," Reese said Wednesday during the team's media day."I wanted to get back.
Reese expects big crowds for both home and away games as interest grows around the sport. She also praised the WNBA's decision this week to begin "The stuff is about to happen within the next year, too, so just understanding the gravitation we have, everything is in our hands right now to control." Williams said years of advocacy from the WNBPA and developments like name, image and likeness in the college game have led to some key improvements. She said players with large fan followings, like Reese, have"a spotlight on her that none of us have" and need added layers of protection when traveling.
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