Angel Reese knows how to shoot her shot—both on and off the court. The Chicago Sky All-Star forward recently stole hearts and headlines by posting a heartfelt birthday tribute to her good friend, Teyana Taylor, who turned 34 on Tuesday.
The budding friendship between the 22-year-old WNBA sensation and the multi-talented singer-actress seems to have blossomed into an unbreakable bond, and Reese wasn’t shy about showing her appreciation. Sharing a glamorous photo of the duo from a recent fashion awards show, Reese poured on the love:
“Happy Birthday Teyboo. Literally the sweetest! Pray you have many more!! @teyanataylor.”
In case you missed the subtle flex: Angel Reese isn’t just dunking basketballs; she’s hobnobbing with the likes of Teyana Taylor, who, for the uninitiated, is not just Shumpert’s ex but an actual cultural icon.
Friendship Goals: Fashion and Family
Reese and Taylor’s friendship is a vibe. They’ve been spotted hanging out despite their busy schedules and Taylor’s role as a mom to daughters Junie, 9, and Rue, 4. Let’s be honest: any friendship that survives kids tagging along deserves a championship ring.
Meanwhile, Taylor has had her own victories lately—off the court, that is. Finalizing her divorce from Iman Shumpert, she walked away with four properties worth a jaw-dropping $10 million. Oh, and Shumpert? He’s footing the bill with an eye-watering seven-figure settlement, $8,000 monthly child support, and private school fees for the kids. If winning the divorce game was a sport, Teyana Taylor just clinched MVP status.
Reese’s Rookie Rampage
While Taylor’s been making waves in Hollywood and courtrooms, Reese has been dominating in ways that leave opponents gasping for air. Fresh off a rookie season that saw her average 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game, Reese earned her first All-Star nod, placed second in Rookie of the Year voting, and even cracked the MVP top 12. She’s not just a rising star—she’s a full-blown supernova.
And because she’s Angel Reese, she’s not stopping there. The offseason for most WNBA players means rest, but for Reese, it means gearing up for the newly minted Unrivaled Basketball League, a 3-on-3 showcase featuring 36 elite players.
Reese couldn’t help but gush about the perks of the league:
“For one, I’m staying in the states—I don’t have to go overseas. I’m making six figures, I’m living in Miami during my offseason. I’m playing 34 of some of the best WNBA players, being able to get better. We’ve got T-Spoon (Teresa Weatherspoon), Phil (Handy)—a lot of great coaches there. I’m excited to dial in and get better.”
Translation: Why settle for average when you can play basketball in paradise, rake in the cash, and sharpen your skills against the best?
Teyana’s Hollywood Hustle and Reese’s Relentless Rise
While Teyana Taylor is busy making waves in entertainment and cementing her status as a style icon, Angel Reese is carving out her legacy as one of the WNBA’s brightest young stars. Their friendship is proof that you can crush it in your lane while cheering for the queens in your circle.
As Reese looks to dominate in the Unrivaled League and Taylor continues to glow post-divorce, one thing’s clear: these two women are unstoppable forces on parallel paths.
Here’s to more birthday tributes, boss moves, and boundary-pushing greatness.
