NBA Star Loves What Angel Reese's Teammate Said About Her

Angel Reese is still learning — but the discourse won’t wait

“Can I say something?” Ariel Atkins asked a room full of reporters Tuesday night, following another blowout loss to the New York Liberty.As usual, the initial flood of postgame questions had been directed at second-year Sky star Angel Reese, including one about how her efficient performance against New York might send a message to her detractors online.That’s when Atkins, the Sky’s leading scorer, took the mic.“This is a 23-year-old kid,” Atkins…

NBA Star Loves What Angel Reese's Teammate Said About Her

Angel Reese's Best Pre-Game Outfits (1:05) One of Angel Reese's Chicago Sky teammates received a shoutout from one of the NBA's best on Wednesday.Speaking to the media alongside Reese after the team dropped to 2-6 last night, Sky guard Ariel Atkins defended Angel against the constant criticism she receives as both a person and an athlete."This is a 23-year-old kid and the amount of crap that she gets on a day-to-day [basis], she still shows up,"…

Angel Reese Appears To Admit Encounters Of In-Person Racism Were A Lie

Three-time BET Sportswoman of the Year Angel Reese says she doesn't pay attention to what folks say about her online because no one has ever said a negative word about her in person."I get so much love in person, and I’ve never had a negative encounter in person, ever," Reese told reporters after the Sky's 85-66 loss Tuesday to the Liberty.Hold up. Let's rewind.Last June, Angel Reese claimed that a white Caitlin Clark fan blocked her and her tea…

Angel Reese’s Chicago Sky Teammate Ariel Atkins Defends Her Against Harsh Criticism

Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is fully into her second season in the WNBA, and despite the team’s best efforts, they are currently on a six-game losing streak — and as a result, critics have viciously attacked the former NCAA champion, and her teammate came to her defense. In a post-game interview with the media on Tuesday, June 10, after losing to the New York Liberty, Ariel Atkins defended Reese, pointing out tha…

Cardi B Emotional Over Angel Reese Getting Protection from Chicago Sky Teammates

In her second season in the WNBA, many expected Angel Reese to take a leap in terms of her on-court The post Cardi B Emotional Over Angel Reese Getting Protection from Chicago Sky Teammates appeared first on FirstSportz.

Ariel Atkins' Powerful Defence of Angel Reese Sparks New Era of Sisterhood in the WNBA

When Ariel Atkins defended Angel Reese during a press conference on 10 June 2025, the moment instantly went viral. But this wasn't just about one teammate sticking up for another. It was a defining instance of WNBA sisterhood, where veterans now play a vital role in protecting young stars from toxic narratives. This cultural shift is reshaping emotional leadership in women's sport and marking a new era of player-led storytelling. Why Angel Reese…