Angel Reese is living her best life this offseason – and it’s not just about basketball. The Chicago Sky’s rebounding queen isn’t just flexing her skills on the court but now on the dance floor too, proving she’s got moves beyond the paint.
In her latest viral moment, Reese took to Instagram, effortlessly shaking her hips to 22Daboat’s banger “MUNYUN” like she’s auditioning for Dancing with the Stars. Rocking a cozy grey jogger set and flaunting new, flowing braids, Reese made sure her followers knew she can switch from dominating the glass to killing it on the ‘gram in no time. Let’s be real: if there were an MVP award for offseason swagger, Reese would be an undisputed frontrunner.
A Break From Hoops or Just Warming Up?
Don’t get it twisted though, Reese isn’t letting all those Instagram reels and fashion shows distract her from putting in the work. Sure, she’s been spotted front row at NFL games and designer runway shows like a bona fide celebrity, but Reese has also been grinding away in the gym – you know, for actual basketball stuff. While most WNBA players might be focusing on a quick beach vacay, Angel’s balancing the glitz and glam with some hardcore training sessions.
Case in point: she’s been sharpening her game with renowned basketball coach Tim Martin, the same guy who’s trained future NBA stars like Tyrese Maxey and 8-foot-tall sensation Victor Wembanyama. That’s some serious company. Reese isn’t just posting workouts for clout either; she’s in it for the long haul. “Focused on the results, not for show,” she reminded her fans in a post, with a side dish of sass and emojis.
And honestly? Who needs showy workouts when you average a ridiculous 13.1 rebounds per game in your rookie season? Yeah, Reese might have had her shooting woes (39.1% from the field, 18.8% from beyond the arc—ouch), but with that kind of rebounding dominance, who’s really counting?
Dunks, Dribbles, and… Dancing?
Angel Reese might be on a mission to fix her jumper, but she’s also making sure to enjoy her offseason in the most Angel Reese way possible: attending events, dancing like nobody’s watching (except for her million followers), and showing that she’s not just another WNBA star. She’s carving out a bigger narrative for herself, something that transcends the usual “just an athlete” mold. She’s more like an athlete-model-dancer-social-media-sensation hybrid. Just another day in the life of Angel Reese.
Next on her agenda? The inaugural “Unrivaled” 3X3 basketball league, where she’ll share the court with WNBA icons like Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier. You can bet she’ll be bringing her on-court intensity, but let’s hope she doesn’t bust out her dance moves mid-game—unless the Sky need a sudden morale boost.
A Rookie Year of Ups and Downs
Despite the fanfare around her, Reese’s rookie season wasn’t all smooth sailing. Sure, she led the league in rebounding, and her 13.6 points per game were nothing to sneeze at, but her efficiency? Let’s just say, it left a lot to be desired. Those shooting percentages? Yikes. But hey, every rookie has their growing pains, right?
Reese is determined to evolve beyond being just a rebounding machine. She’s putting in extra hours working on her scoring, which could make her a legitimate two-way threat. If she can fix her shooting and keep pulling down boards like they’re going out of style, Reese could be terrifying next season. Plus, she’s got a new motto for this grind: “Slow grind. Living through the good & the bad but this 💩 for me!” That’s one way to keep it real.
So, what’s next for Reese? More Instagram dances? Probably. More time in the gym? Definitely. And hopefully, a Sky season that’s just as impressive as her off-court shenanigans.
