Key Takeaways:
– WNBA newcomer Angel Reese expressed her wish for NBA legend Michael Jordan to attend one of her games.
– Reese had an impressive debut, showcasing her skills and making it evident that Jordan would have a fantastic performance to watch.
– Despite her admiration for Jordan, Reese recently signed an NIL endorsement deal with Reebok over Nike, Jordan, or other brands.
– Reese’s decision was fueled by the desire to be the face of Reebok’s women’s basketball, her bond with Shaq, and the opportunity to contribute creatively to the brand.
WNBA Newbie Angel Reese Desires Michael Jordan’s Presence at Her Games
Few days after her standout debut in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) on May 3, Angel Reese revealed that she dreams of a special guest in the audience at her future home games. The special someone, none other than NBA legend Michael Jordan.
In her interview with WGN-TV’s Kaitlin Sharkey, published on May 6, Reese openly desired, “I want Michael Jordan to come to a game. I’ve never met him. That’s the only person I really want to come to a game.” Given Jordan’s position as a Chicago icon, Hall of Famer, and six-time NBA Champion, his attendance would indeed be a memorable treat for Reese.
Jordan’s Close Proximity
Based in Highland Park, Illinois, a mere 30-minute drive from Chicago, Jordan would have a seamless commute to attend a Chicago Sky game. Furthermore, Reese’s skillful performance at her WNBA debut gives Jordan a spectacular show to look forward to.
Impressive WNBA Debut
Reese, affectionately known as “Chi Barbie,” made an impressive entry to the WNBA by scoring 13 points, grabbing nine rebounds, and adding two steals and one block in a 92-81 loss. She also made nine of her ten free throw attempts. Notably, a pass she made to her teammate Kamilla Cardoso, once her college rival, has already garnered over a million views.
Angel Reese Chooses Reebok Over Jordan
Interestingly, despite Reese’s wish for Jordan to attend her games, she recently chose to sign a multi-year endorsement Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal with Reebok over Nike, Jordan’s apparel brand. Reese revealed her reasons for this in a video surfacing on May 3.
According to her, “So many different shoe companies wanted to work with me. But I chose Reebok. One, they didn’t have a women’s basketball player [as] a face. So I wanted to be that. Two, my relationship with Shaq. And three, I like how they’re rebranding everything and they’re letting me be the creator behind everything I want to do.”
Desiring to stand out from the crowd, Reese stated, “I wanted to be a priority. I could have signed with Nike. I like to do the complete opposite.”
It’s clear that Reese’s dreams are multi-faceted, and she’s willing to chase them, whether that’s Michael Jordan watching her play or choosing a unique path with her endorsement deals. With her motivated spirit and undeniable talent, the future looks bright for this WNBA star.