Angel Reese is the latest athlete to join the Unrivaled 3-on-3 basketball league.
The announcement was made on Instagram on Wednesday morning. Reese, a standout rookie for the Chicago Sky, becomes the tenth player to join the league, which was founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.
The Unrivaled league is set to play during the winter and promises to offer the highest average salary in the history of professional women’s sports.
For Reese, who has a rookie contract with the Sky worth $324,383 over the next four years, this new venture represents a lucrative opportunity for additional income.
Reese has been a sensation in her rookie season, setting a record for double-doubles and leading the WNBA in rebounding. She is averaging 13.5 points and 12 rebounds per game, making a strong case for WNBA Rookie of the Year alongside Caitlin Clark, who has not yet signed with Unrivaled.
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Joining Reese in the Unrivaled league are not only its founders, Stewart and Collier, but also other prominent WNBA players such as Arike Ogunbowale, Jewell Loyd, Kelsey Plum, Rhyne Howard, Kahleah Cooper, and Jackie Young.
The league plans to complete its roster with twenty more players to fill out the proposed six teams for its inaugural season.
Reese’s addition to the Unrivaled league is a significant milestone, highlighting the growing opportunities and recognition for female athletes.
Her participation will undoubtedly draw more attention to the league, which aims to provide a platform for top-tier women’s basketball talent to shine and earn competitive salaries.
As the league prepares for its first season, the anticipation is building not only among fans but also among players who see Unrivaled as a groundbreaking venture in women’s sports.
With Reese’s impressive debut season in the WNBA and her involvement in Unrivaled, her career trajectory is poised for remarkable growth, both on and off the court.
