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Angel Reese steps back from ‘Unapologetically Angel’ podcast after Atlanta Dream’s Finals loss
Angel Reese says she will take a six-month break from her podcast, “Unapologetically Angel”, after the Atlanta Dream lost the WNBA Finals to the Golden State Valkyries. She said she wants to focus on herself during the offseason, including resting, training, developing her brand and finding peace.
Atlanta reached the Finals for the first time since 2013 but lost Game 7 by 68-63. Reese played 33 minutes and finished with eight points and 12 rebounds; her 27 turnovers across the series set a WNBA Finals record. She plans to return to work after spending time in Florida.
In short
- Angel Reese is pausing her podcast for six months.
- The Atlanta Dream lost Game 7, 68-63.
- Reese recorded a Finals record 27 turnovers.
Explained simply
Angel Reese is a forward for the Atlanta Dream, a team in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The WNBA’s Finals are a best-of-seven championship series, and Atlanta reached them for the first time since 2013.
Reese also hosts Unapologetically Angel, a podcast where she talks about sport and her life beyond basketball. Players often use the offseason between WNBA seasons to rest and train, while also pursuing projects outside the game.
The Finals bring the league’s top teams together for its championship, and reaching them is a major milestone for a club. Reese’s time away from the podcast comes as she balances her basketball career with other work.