Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky star, recently celebrated her brother Julian Reese’s standout performance in the NCAA tournament. Julian, a senior forward for the Maryland Terrapins, recorded 15 points and 11 rebounds in a victory over Colorado State, advancing Maryland to the Sweet 16. This achievement brought his career rebounds to 1,106, making him only the second player in Maryland history to surpass the four-figure mark, following Len Elmore. Angel expressed her pride by sharing his milestone on social media, accompanied by the caption, “Duhhhhh.”
In addition to celebrating her brother’s success, Angel Reese recently secured a $50,000 bonus by leading her team, Rose BC, to victory in the inaugural Unrivaled 3-on-3 basketball league championship. Despite this achievement, Reese highlighted the financial challenges faced by WNBA players, noting that her rookie contract with the Chicago Sky pays $73,439 annually. She emphasized that the bonus was a “NEED” due to her low WNBA salary, pointing out that her earnings often do not cover basic expenses, such as her $8,000 monthly rent. Reese has been vocal about the pay disparity between the WNBA and NBA, advocating for better compensation for female athletes.
Furthermore, NBA superstar LeBron James has praised the rising popularity of NCAA women’s basketball, attributing it to players like Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, and Paige Bueckers. He referred to them as “icons” and noted that their extended college careers have allowed fans to follow their growth over several years, contrasting with the men’s tournament, where players often leave for the NBA after a single season. James emphasized that staying longer in college helps build lasting legacies, contributing significantly to the success and popularity of the women’s tournament.
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