Angel Reese gives emotional shoutout to Lisa Leslie after win and breaks silence on their bond

Angel Reese had a powerful message after the Chicago Sky’s home win. She spoke during the postgame discussion not only about her performance or the end of the team's losing streak but also about other things.

Rather, she shined the focus on somebody different. One of the most respected names in women’s basketball was watching from the crowd. Angel Reese opened up about how that person has helped her stay focused, improve her game, and stay strong off the court too.

Angel Reese shares deep respect for Lisa Leslie after Chicago Sky’s big win

On Tuesday, June 25, 2025, after a Chicago Sky defeat against the LA Sparks (97-8610), Angel Reese credited Lisa Leslie. Angel Reese scored 18 points, 17 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in front of Lisa Leslie, who was physically present.

Angel Reese spoke about Lisa Leslie's great influence on her growth following the game.

She described how the WNBA legend sends her morning Bible quotations and messages, always motivating her to keep working diligently. “She told me, ‘Continue to work, you’re a beast on the boards.’ She’s like a big sister, mom, aunt — whatever you want to call it. She doesn’t have to help me, but she does.”Earlier this year, Angel Reese even included Lisa Leslie in her McDonald’s commercial alongside Breanna Stewart and Aaliyah Del Rosario, showing how much she values her support.

Lisa Leslie calls Angel Reese her modern-day counterpart on podcast

Back in February 2025, Lisa Leslie appeared on Angel Reese’s podcast, Unapologetically Angel. Leslie called Reese her modern-day version, praising her heart and hunger to improve. Lisa Leslie said,“The biggest advice I have for you is gonna be how you shoot your layups… that’s fixable for you.”

She also said she’s proud that Angel Reese wants to learn and grow. “The fact that you already have that attitude? You’re going to get better, and I can help you get better. I’m positive.”Having just begun her first WNBA season, Angel Reese has showed flashes of brilliance. Her most recent performance, guided by Lisa Leslie, proves she is going in the correct direction.

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