As Chicago Sky star Angel Reese continues her recovery from a season-ending injury, she’s been using her time off the court to show support for her favorite WNBA players. On Thursday, Reese took to social media to give a special shout-out to Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson, who recently set a historic milestone by breaking the WNBA’s single-season scoring record.
Reese, ever the sportswoman, made it clear just how much she admires Wilson. In a heartfelt post on X, Reese congratulated the Aces star for her incredible achievement and proclaimed Wilson as her favorite player in the league.
“CONGRATS A! You deserve this! Forever & always my favorite player!!” Reese wrote, sharing her excitement with fans and followers.
Reese’s post quickly gained traction, going viral within minutes and racking up over 1,500 likes and several hundred reposts in less than half an hour. Fans rallied around Reese’s praise for Wilson, sharing in the celebration of Wilson’s remarkable accomplishment.
Many fans echoed Reese’s sentiment, agreeing that Wilson is in a league of her own. “She is the best player in the world and the one and only MVP,” one user commented. Another fan wrote, “Love when my favs love my favs!!” showcasing the shared admiration between two of basketball’s brightest stars.
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One fan even took the opportunity to highlight Reese’s humility and respect for the game, joking, “You see how Angel pays respect to the legends who came before her?? Very demure, very mindful, very cutesy!”
Wilson’s record-breaking season has only strengthened her case as one of the all-time greats in the WNBA. She’s well on track to win her third MVP award, and with the Las Vegas Aces poised for another deep playoff run, Wilson’s leadership and dominance continue to push the team toward a potential championship.
As one of the most formidable players in the league today, Wilson’s influence extends far beyond the court. She has inspired a new generation of basketball talent, including Reese, who looks up to her not just for her skill, but for her leadership and work ethic.
For Angel Reese and countless other young players, A’ja Wilson represents the pinnacle of what’s possible in women’s basketball.
Her relentless drive and historic accomplishments make her not only a favorite player but a role model for those aspiring to leave their own mark on the game.
