🔥 Angel Reese Announces Sudden Retirement from WNBA at 22, Shocking Fans and Teammates.P1

“Angel Reese Announces Sudden Retirement from WNBA at 22, Shocking Fans and Teammates”

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Angel Reese, the young rising star of the Chicago Sky, stunned the basketball world by announcing her retirement from the WNBA at just 22, after only two breakout seasons. She revealed the news this morning (U.S. time) on her personal podcast, “Unapologetically Angel,” citing her desire to focus on social projects and expand her global personal brand rather than continue professional play.

Insiders from the team disclosed that both teammates and Chicago Sky management were completely caught off guard, as Angel remains in peak form and was recently selected for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game. Fans described the announcement as “an unprecedented shock in WNBA history,” and social media erupted with debates about the league’s future if more young stars leave early.

Angel also emphasized that her decision is not related to salary or internal conflicts, but stems from her wish to use her influence to drive change off the court, including initiatives in education, women’s rights, and international charity work.

Some analysts suggest that Angel’s early departure could reshape the competitive balance in the league, forcing other teams to restructure strategies in the absence of one of the brightest young talents in professional women’s basketball today.