Chicago Sky’s rising phenom, Angel Reese, is lacing up for greatness—not just on the court but in sneaker history! A multiyear endorsement deal with Reebok has officially positioned her as the latest WNBA star to earn her very own signature shoe. Yes, folks, Reese is strutting her way from the basketball hardwood to the sneakerhead haven, and she’s got fans and fashionistas alike buzzing.
Now, Reebok might be whispering 2026 for the official launch, but we all know anticipation is half the thrill. And who wouldn’t wait for Reese’s kicks after her rookie season lit up the league like the Fourth of July? In just her debut year, Reese shattered records, collecting 13.6 points and a sky-high 13.1 rebounds per game. That includes a jaw-dropping, record-breaking streak of double-doubles, capped with three consecutive games of snagging 20 rebounds or more. Let’s just say, she wasn’t kidding around.
But her moves aren’t just making waves in the WNBA’s stat sheets. Reese, always the style icon, is building a brand empire of her own that keeps up with her fast-paced game. “Reebok and Angel are growing together every day, and our visions for the future are aligned,” said Jide Osifeso, Reebok’s head of basketball. Apparently, the brand sees Reese as more than a player—she’s a trendsetter, a force of nature, and someone who could sell a pair of sneakers to a centipede.
And it’s about time, really. For too long, women’s basketball shoes were as rare as a three-point buzzer-beater from half-court. Reese now joins an elite list of women with signature sneakers, standing alongside players like Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and A’ja Wilson. Women’s hoops is finally claiming some real estate in sneaker culture—and Reese is kicking the door wide open.
Beyond Reebok, Reese has other big-name partnerships with brands like Good American, Beats by Dr. Dre, Tampax, and, in a delightful twist, Reese’s Pieces—yes, the candy. Reese’s Pieces is a brand match so perfect it practically markets itself. And let’s not forget “Unapologetically Angel,” her podcast that serves up hot takes and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her life, adding yet another feather to her brand-building cap.
Yet for all her success, Reese has been open about the financial side of her journey. Recently, she went viral for pointing out that her WNBA salary of $73,439 is no slam dunk in covering real-life expenses, like a $96,000-a-year apartment. “The WNBA doesn’t pay my bills at all,” Reese said, driving home the point that endorsements like her Reebok deal are not just a badge of honor—they’re a necessity.
Reese’s story is a wake-up call, showing the WNBA deserves more for its players and that fans will support women athletes on and off the court. So while Reese’s signature shoe won’t hit the shelves until 2026, the hype around it is proof that the world is ready to celebrate women’s sports in style. And when these kicks finally drop, they’ll likely sell out faster than Reese can put up a double-double.
So, sneakerheads and sports fans, set your reminders and your budget alarms, because 2026 might seem far away, but Angel Reese’s game-changing Reebok release is already a slam dunk.