Angel Reese and Lisa Leslie’s Bond Shines Amid WNBA’s Surge in Popularity

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese is emerging as one of the WNBA’s most talked-about stars—and not just for her on-court stats. In a recent post-game interview, Reese opened up about her growing friendship with WNBA legend Lisa Leslie, calling her “someone in my back pocket.” Leslie has praised the rising star, saying Reese and Indiana’s Caitlin Clark are helping usher in a new era for women’s basketball. Their college rivalry has transitioned into a professional draw, as recent games between their teams broke viewership records, with one Sky-Fever match averaging 2.7 million viewers. Reese, who recently won Defensive Player of the Year in the Unrivaled League, posted a season-high performance with 13 points and 12 rebounds against the Sparks. As excitement grows around stars like Reese and Clark, the WNBA is seeing unprecedented attention, signaling a major shift in the league’s visibility and cultural relevance.

Source: BET

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