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Angel Reese Is on Fire: NBA 2K26 Cover Star and Reebok Shoe Drop in One Week

July has been monumental for Angel Reese. The Chicago Sky power forward has not only secured the cover of NBA 2K26’s WNBA Edition but also introduced the “Angel Reese 1”—her debut signature sneaker with Reebok. Here’s everything staking fans need to know.

👟 Breaking Ground with the “Angel Reese 1”

Reese partnered with Reebok to launch her first signature shoe, the Angel Reese 1, featuring a dazzling “Diamond Dust” colorway. As the second-ever WNBA athlete with a Reebok signature shoe since Rebecca Lobo in 1997, she’s merging performance with culture in women’s sportswear.

🎮 WNBA Edition Cover—A Historic Move

NBA 2K26 selects Angel Reese as their WNBA Edition cover athlete alongside Carmelo Anthony and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the NBA covers. This puts Reese in a rare elite group—after Candace Parker, Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Sabrina Ionescu, and A’ja Wilson.

Reese said the honor is “more than a milestone—it’s a statement” and expressed pride in representing WNBA talent and inspiring young girls.

🏀 Record-Breaking Season & All-Star Recognition

The 23-year-old continues to dominate:
- Named a WNBA All-Star reserve for a second consecutive season, joining Team Collier for the July 19 game.
- Broke the WNBA record with six straight games logging 15+ rebounds—averaging 17.8 PPG, 17.0 RPG, and 4.8 APG during that run.

🔥 Rivalry with Caitlin Clark Intensifies

The selection sparked debate. Caitlin Clark was a fan favorite and All-Star captain, yet many fans expected her to get the cover. Some called Reese’s inclusion a “snub,” while others praised her for the recognition she’s earned.

That rivalry traces all the way back to the 2023 NCAA title game, fueling both interest and intensity in women’s basketball.

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