Though Angel Reese’s WNBA rookie season was cut short by a wrist injury, the Chicago Sky forward is already gearing up mentally and physically for her second season. And she’s not doing it alone. Reese has been receiving valuable advice from some of the greatest players in basketball history. Most recently, retired NBA legend Dwyane Wade joined her on her “Unapologetically Angel” podcast to offer insight on how she can elevate her game in year two.
Wade, a 16-year NBA veteran who had an illustrious career with the Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, and Cleveland Cavaliers before retiring in 2019, didn’t hold back on his advice. He praised Reese for her skill set and natural ability, but emphasized that the next step in her evolution as a player is all about consistency.
“I saw moments where you did the next step, it’s just about doing it more,” Wade told Reese during the podcast. “You have it. Now it’s about working on it and being consistent with it. Don’t go in the gym and work on something, then don’t trust it. For you, it’s becoming more confident in your offensive bag — but you’ve shown flashes of it. When the game slows down for you, that’s when it gets scary.”
Wade’s words carry weight, as he knows exactly what it takes to maintain a high level of performance over the long haul. His advice to Reese was clear: the key to unlocking her full potential lies in trusting the work she puts in and being confident in her abilities on the offensive end. Wade emphasized that once the game “slows down” for her — a term players use when they’re able to process situations more easily and react instinctively — she will truly become a force to be reckoned with on the court.
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Reese’s rookie season showed plenty of promise. Despite her injury, she averaged an impressive 13.6 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, making her one of the brightest young stars in the league. But as she enters her second season, Reese is focused on taking her game to the next level, and advice from legends like Wade could be just what she needs to make that leap.
Wade isn’t the only basketball icon offering Reese guidance. WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes appeared on Reese’s podcast just the week before and gave her some sage advice, specifically addressing the criticism and negativity that sometimes follows her.
“Don’t believe the haters and naysayers,” Swoopes said, referring to the online vitriol that has been directed at Reese, even during times when she’s not playing. Reese, with her characteristic poise, simply replied, “I don’t. I laugh at it.”
With her unwavering confidence, Reese seems determined to block out the noise and focus on her game. She’s demonstrated resilience both on and off the court, and with guidance from Wade and Swoopes, she’s positioned to have a breakout second season.
Reese has already shown she has the physical tools and talent to be a dominant force in the WNBA. Now, with mentorship from basketball legends and a relentless drive to improve, Reese is bound to make an even bigger impact in year two.
Whether it’s refining her offensive arsenal or tuning out the distractions, Reese is ready to take the next step in her career — and her opponents should be prepared for what’s coming.
As Dwyane Wade said, “When the game slows down for you, that’s when it gets scary.” For Angel Reese, that moment is fast approaching, and with her skills, mentality, and a strong support system, the sky’s the limit for her in the upcoming season.
