NCAA Star Angel Reese Declares for WNBA Draft

In a move that surprised few but marked a significant milestone in her career, NCAA women’s basketball star Angel Reese declared for the 2024 WNBA draft. The 21-year-old 6-foot-3 athlete announced her decision after what she described as a fulfilling collegiate journey at Louisiana State University. Speaking to Vogue, Reese expressed her eagerness to leap to the professional level, citing her aspiration to follow in the footsteps of legendary athletes like Serena Williams. Drawing inspiration from Williams’ retirement announcement in September 2022, Reese emphasized her desire to transcend the collegiate level and leave a lasting mark on the sport. “I’ve done everything I wanted to in college,” Reese stated. I’ve won a national championship, I’ve gotten [Southeastern Conference] Player of the Year, and I’ve been an All-American. My ultimate goal is to be a pro—and to be one of the greatest basketball players ever. I feel like I’m ready.” Reese’s decision comes after LSU exited the women’s tournament, falling short to the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Elite Eight. Despite the loss, Reese’s performance in her final collegiate game showcased her prowess on the court, tallying an impressive 17 points and 20 rebounds. Reese maintained stellar statistics throughout the 2023–2024 season,...