Chicago Sky star Angel Reese quickly became one of the WNBA’s most popular players since being drafted by the team as the seventh overall pick in 2024.
Her widespread popularity from her college days at LSU carried over to the WNBA, helping the league garner more attention. Reese’s continued rivalry with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has been one of the more fascinating storylines.
Aside from her relentless play on both ends of the floor, Reese has also gained fans because of her colorful personality off the court. She regularly shares personal updates on social media, giving her followers a glimpse of her daily life.
Angel Reese’s Latest Transformation
A post by a hairstylist on Instagram showed the 23-year-old Reese showing off her new brown braids.
“Might take me two years, might take me five. Either way, Imma get to where I wanna be. Today we had the opportunity to service @angelreese5,” shared @mimisbraidingbar, who’s based in Romeoville, Illinois.
In separate comments, Reese wrote: “So pretty” and “Thank you 😍🥰.”
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Fans were all in on the Sky forward’s latest transformation, especially with the WNBA All-Star Game coming up in Indianapolis. Reese will suit up for Team Collier.
“So sparkly ✨️ to watch 😍🔥,” said @oligocodes.
“Angel, the hair, and the song all ate ❤️🔥,” echoed @chinyere_cherry.
“Beautiful girl ❤️,” wrote @paulino.oo.
“Love to see the girlies winning ❤️,” commented @beauti_ondemand.
“I love that hair color,” added @vince_belibi.
Many also praised Mimi Cann, the hairstylist, for doing such a great job on the Sky sophomore, with one supporter saying it’s the “collaboration we’ve been waiting to see.”
Clearly, Reese has also been making an impact in the community. Showing up at a local business and supporting it publicly shows that she’s using her rising popularity to good use.
Angel Reese Rocks NBA 2K26 Cover
Reese also recently made the news because of her image. On Wednesday, NBA 2K26 revealed the first look of Reese as one of the three cover athletes of the popular game.
The ‘Chi-Town Barbie’ joins Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and NBA legend Carmelo Anthony as the latest headliners of NBA 2K. Reese also became just the second player from the WNBA to grace its cover after Las Vegas Aces center A’ja Wilson.
Following her newest milestone, the Sky forward underscored the importance of inclusion and representation. She has often mentioned her mission to inspire younger girls to excel in any field they choose.
Yes, that includes being a hairstylist.
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