on her podcast unapologetically Angel WNBA rookie sensation Angel Reese didn't hold back when recounting her debut experience against the Minnesota links known for her dominant presence on the court and unfiltered honesty Reese took a moment to reflect on a tough lesson she learned in her first professional game I revealing conversation ree admitted that nafisa ker a season All-Star with the links thoroughly outplayed her NAFA cook me I'm not going to lie re said recalling the May 3rd preseason matchup that marked her entrance into the WNBA it was a humbling initiation for reys who had previously shown brightly at LSU only to face a reality check from the season Coler the stats from that game tell part of the story while ree contributed a solid 13 points and grabbed nine rebounds ker showcased her prowess by scoring 17 points on an impressive seven of n shooting the performance underscored the gap between rookies and Veterans and for ree it was a stark reminder of the challenges ah head despite this tough start ree's confidence and resilience remained unshaken far from letting this early setback deter her ree has used it as fuel to elevate her game now with averages of 13.3 points and a league leading 13.2 rebounds per game she's firmly established herself as a dominant force in the league her impressive stats reflect her growth but it's her defensive prowess that truly sets her apart Reese has become a formidable defensive player averaging 1.3 steals per game and Demon demonstrating her ability to guard multiple positions effectively her performance against Elite talents like ker has only honed her skills ensuring that future opponents will face a much more prepared and formidable Reese I in her rookie season Reese has not only made her Mark but has also earned a spot on the WNBA All-Star roster her consistent contributions have made her a Cornerstone of the Chicago sky where she started every game a notable achievement for any rookie. at just 22 Angel Reese has already experienced the highs and lows of professional basketball from her early struggles to her impressive comeback she's proven that she's more than capable of turning challenges into triumps the WNBA should brace itself because the next time re steps on the court her opponents will be in for a tough battle with her talent and determination it's clear that the only thing cooked will be her competition