Angel Reese Officially Declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft

Apr 11

Angel Reese, the LSU basketball star, has officially declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft, sharing her decision in a grand fashion with a luxury style shoot for Vogue digital on April 3, 2024. Reese's declaration was not just a significant step for her professional career but also a moment filled with gratitude and ambition. She expressed her readiness for professional play, aiming to be one of the greatest basketball players ever, a goal inspired by her collegiate achievements which include winning a national championship, being named the Southeastern Conference Player of the Year, and earning All-American honors

Reese's announcement was influenced by Serena Williams' retirement announcement in Vogue in 2022, signaling Reese's desire to make her declaration memorable and impactful. She kept her decision under wraps until the deadline to declare for the draft, planning to inform her coach privately after the last season game before making a public announcement.

Her time at LSU was marked by significant achievements, including leading her team to a national title and earning three-time All-American honors. Reese has made it clear that she leaves college with everything she wanted: a degree, a national championship, and a platform she never imagined. She thanked her teammates, coaches, family, and supporters for their role in her journey.

As Angel Reese steps into the next chapter of her career, her contributions to women's basketball, both on and off the court, her leadership, and her inspiring journey from collegiate to professional basketball will continue to be celebrated. Her story is not just about the achievements in basketball but also about inspiring the next generation of athletes to pursue their dreams with determination and grace.