Who Is Angel Reese?

Angel Reese was born on May 6, 2002, in Randallstown, Maryland. She was a college standout at the University of Maryland and Louisiana State University, where she became a dominant player in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky. She became one of the greatest rebounders on both offense and defense, leading the league with rebound points in her rookie year.

Angel Reese’s Early Life and Career

Angel Reese’s high school career was nothing short of impressive. She led the St. Frances Academy to winning three Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland Championships and earned a McDonald’s All-American honor. However, her college career just got better.

College Standout

Reese came to the University of Maryland in 2020. She struggled during her freshman year because of a foot injury, but her sophomore year was elite. She led the team with 17.8 points and 10.6 rebounds per game. However, she decided to transfer to Louisiana State University and strengthen their winning culture.

Angel Reese quickly became impactful in LSU, averaging 23 points and 15.4 rebounds per game. LSU even defeated the University of Iowa in the 2023 NCAA Tournament championship game. After their victory, Reese made a gesture against rival Caitlin Clark, which became controversial. However, Angel Reese stood her ground and highlighted their win for young girls like her.

In Reese’s second year with LSU, she was named SEC Player of the Year, with an average of 18.6 points per game and 13.4 rebounds. 

WNBA Rookie Year

Angel Reese was the seventh overall by the Chicago Sky in the 2024 WNBA Draft. In her rookie season, Reese broke records. She held on to having the most rebounds in a single season at 404 but was later rewritten by A’ja Wilson. 

Reese also made history with her 15 consecutive double-double stats. Unfortunately, Reese suffered a wrist injury that cost her the rest of the season.

Angel Reese’s Personal Life

Reese’s Parents

Angel Reese’s parents are both former basketball players. Angel Webb and Michael Reese separated early, and Angel Reese’s father has been absent from her life since. 

Angel Webb played for the University of Maryland’s basketball team. Her impressive performance earned her a 2015 UMBC Athlete Hall of Fame induction, and the university also retired her jersey number.

Reese’s father, Michael Reese, was a Boston College and Loyola University of Maryland basketball team member. He also has a professional basketball career overseas.

Reese’s Boyfriend

Angel Reese used to date Cam’Ron Nazir Fletcher, a basketball player in Florida State University. They met during a basketball event seven years ago but started dating in 2021. The two have broken up in June 2024.

Reese has been rumored with multiple other athletes, but in an episode in Unapologetically Angel, she confirmed that she is single. She is not closed off to dating but wants someone who can keep up with her busy schedule, preferably an NBA player on the same page as her.

Angel Reese’s Net Worth 

According to Parade.com, Angel Reese’s net worth in 2024 is estimated at $2 million. This wealth has been accumulated through her previous NIL earnings, WNBA contract, and various endorsement deals.

WNBA Contract

The 6-foot-3 forward has signed with Chicago Sky as the seventh overall pick in the WNBA Draft of 2024. The four-year, $324,383 contract broken down looks something like this:

Reese’s Brand Endorsements

Angel Reese has earned a lot with her multiple brand deals during her college years. Reebok even had her as their first NIL athlete endorser. Other big brands she worked with include Sports Illustrated, Calvin Klein, Outback Steakhouse, ZOA Energy, Amazon, Starry, Playstation, Mielle Organics, and JanSport. 

Reese has also signed a deal with Goldman Sachs to promote the ‘One Million Black Woman Campaign.’ The campaign aims to raise awareness of black women and help them understand their worth.