WNBA Superstars A’ja Wilson and Angel Reese join Stephen Curry’s GOAT

When the lights go up in theaters on February 13, 2026, the silver screen will showcase a level of star power that fans of both the NBA and WNBA have been dreaming of. Stephen Curry’s highly anticipated animated feature, GOAT, has officially added two of the biggest names in women's basketball to its cast: Angel Reese and A’ja Wilson.

Joining a lineup that already features Hollywood heavyweights like Gabrielle Union and David Harbour, the addition of these hoopers marks a massive cultural bridge between professional basketball and mainstream entertainment. Produced by a living legend, Stephen Curry, the film centers on an underdog story. A little goat, Will, dreams of playing roarball, a high-intensity sport, but his physical limitations obstruct him. It will follow his journey from being looked down upon to overcoming all barriers and rewriting the rules. Sounds familiar? Do you feel Curry’s story could be reflected through Will?

A'ja Wilson and Angel Reese join Stephen Curry's animated film GOAT

For any dedicated WNBA watcher, the pairing of Reese and Wilson is a game recognize game moment.

Both Wilson and Reese are coming off a historic 2025 season where one former won her 4th WNBA MVP award, 2nd Finals MVP, 3rd DPOY, and led the Aces to their 3rd championships in the last 4 years. These accolades don’t finish just here. Wilson is an elite offensive and defensive powerhouse. She also led the 2025 season as the highest point scorer with 2025.

Now set to play a reptile named Kouyate, in Curry’s GOAT money, the fans can’t wait to see how the MVP plays out her role on the big screen.

Angel Reese, on the other hand, has been writing, redefining what WNBA stardom is. She set the league record in rebounds with 12.6 in 2025, and is leveraging her online presence to slowly build her own brand empire. Barely two years into her career, and she’s already headlining games and fashion shows. In the movie, fans will see her voicing a polar bear named Propp.

The genius of this casting lies in its authenticity. By having actual champions and record-breakers voice these characters, Curry’s Unanimous Media is leaning into the specific it factor that has driven WNBA viewership to record highs over the last year.

Both Wilson and Reese made an impact on women’s sports beyond the hardwood.

Impact on women's sports and media representation

The release of GOAT represents a pivotal shift in how women's sports stars are marketed to the next generation. Traditionally, WNBA players were relegated to the sidelines of sports media, but this film places them at the center of a major Sony Pictures Animation production alongside the greatest shooter in NBA history.This visibility is a power move for the WNBA's brand. By appearing in a family-friendly animated film, Reese and Wilson are being introduced to Gen Alpha and younger fans who may not yet be regular league pass subscribers. It’s a flywheel effect: movie stardom breeds cultural relevance, which in turn drives jersey sales and ticket stubs. As the WNBA prepares for further expansion into markets like Portland and Toronto in 2026, having its biggest stars become household names through cinema is the ultimate fast-break toward long-term growth.Also read: The top 5 most expensive contracts in WNBA right now: Kelsey Mitchell, Jackie Young, and more