WNBA star Angel Reese just proved once again that even when her former teammates are thriving elsewhere, she’s not one to let friendships fizzle out. Reese, now dazzling fans with the Chicago Sky, recently penned a heartwarming comment to Hailey Van Lith, her ex-LSU partner-in-crime, who’s busy tearing it up in the Unrivaled League.
But wait, it gets better—Van Lith isn’t just “doing okay.” She’s having a “glow-up” moment at TCU, dropping buckets and serving dimes like she invented basketball. Naturally, Reese noticed, because greatness recognizes greatness, right?
Hailey Van Lith’s Basketball Resurgence: TCU Edition
After a bumpy stint at LSU, where expectations were as high as Angel Reese’s rebound count, Van Lith has rediscovered her mojo at TCU. Her latest masterpiece? A stat-stuffing 19 points, six assists, and four rebounds against Kansas. Oh, and she casually crossed the 2,000-career-point milestone while recording her first double-digit assist game. No big deal, right?
Her Instagram post celebrating the achievement was peak “look at me now” energy. Sporting TCU gear, a basketball in hand, and standing next to a fountain (because why not?), she wrote, “The journey is the dream 10.” Reese responded like the supportive teammate everyone needs, commenting, “Miss ya 10,” reminding fans that no matter the jersey, the friendship’s still strong.
A Not-So-Smooth LSU Era
Van Lith’s LSU chapter wasn’t exactly the fairy tale fans hoped for. Coming off a star turn at Louisville, she joined the Tigers with sky-high expectations. But life had other plans. Adjusting to a new role, facing intense criticism, and even riding the bench during the NCAA Tournament, Van Lith’s LSU story felt more like a soap opera than a sports documentary.
The season ended with a bitter loss to Iowa, and Van Lith hit the transfer portal faster than a Reese layup in transition. Cue her move to TCU—a gamble that’s paying off in spades.
Meanwhile, Angel Reese Is Everywhere (Literally)
Back in Chicago, Angel Reese is busy living her best life as both a basketball phenom and a burgeoning fashion icon. Oh, did we mention she’s on the cover of Vogue Winter 2025? Reese announced her “covergirl” status on Instagram, blending her passions for hoops and haute couture like it’s just another day.
“IT’S ALWAYS BEEN BOTH: BASKETBALL AND FASHION,” Reese captioned her post, dropping a mic (or maybe a designer bag) in the process.
Her Vogue shoot screams elegance-meets-athleticism, cementing her place not just in sports but in pop culture. Reese’s ability to juggle being an All-Star and a style icon? Simply unmatched.
Friendship Goals and Bright Futures
While Reese rules the professional courts and Van Lith revitalizes her college career, their bond remains unshakeable. Reese’s public show of support for Van Lith is a reminder that some connections are bigger than basketball.
As TCU prepares to take on Texas Tech and Reese continues her Unrivaled League domination, fans are left to marvel at their journeys. Whether it’s Reese breaking ankles on the court or breaking barriers in fashion, or Van Lith proving doubters wrong in her TCU resurgence, these two are redefining what it means to be a star.
So, let’s give it up for Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith—two players who keep proving that success is sweeter when shared, even from miles apart.
