Angel Reese graces cover of Sports Illustrated’s ’50 Most Influential Figures In Sports’ issue

Angel Reese graces the cover of Sports Illustrated as she’s been named one of Sports Illustrated’s ’50 Most Influential Figures in Sports’ for 2024.& The Chicago Sky rookie forward has made a massive impact both on and off the court, earning her place among athletes, coaches, executives, and influencers shaping the world of sports today. Reese has made an undeniable impression in the WNBA. Known for her dominant presence, the Chicago Sky forward dubbed “Bayou Barbie,” has captivated audiences with an impressive first season.& Despite her rookie season ending early due to injury, Reese’s accomplishments have already made her a standout player.& As Kristen Nelson of Sports Illustrated writes, “Since being drafted No. 7 by the Sky in April, Reese has gone from Bayou Barbie to WNBA All-Star, making a strong case for Rookie of the Year along the way,” SI’s Kristen Nelson wrote. “The 6′ 3” forward has already turned in a historic season. She set a league record for most consecutive double-doubles (15), became the first WNBA rookie to record back-to-back 20-rebound games (a feat not seen at the pro level since fellow LSU alum Shaquille O’Neal did it in April 1993 as an NBA rookie). & She...