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Angel Reese wants to make sure Caitlin Clark isn't the only one taking credit for the WNBA's recent surge in popularity.
The Chicago Sky rookie spoke to reporters on Monday about her role in all the newly increased hype surrounding women's basketball.
Angel Reese Wants To Clarify That It's Not All About One Person TikTok | ESPN
While talking to the press on Monday, Reese made sure to point out that one person can't take all the credit for the surge in popularity of women's basketball.
"I think so many people are watching women's basketball right now. It all started from the national championship game, and I've been dealing with this for two years now and understand that, yeah, negative things have probably been said about me," Reese explained. "But honestly, I'll take that because look where women's basketball is."
She also addressed the fact that she's fine with taking...
Angel Reese wants to make sure Caitlin Clark isn't the only one taking credit for the WNBA's recent surge in popularity.
The Chicago Sky rookie spoke to reporters on Monday about her role in all the newly increased hype surrounding women's basketball.
Angel Reese Wants To Clarify That It's Not All About One Person TikTok | ESPN
While talking to the press on Monday, Reese made sure to point out that one person can't take all the credit for the surge in popularity of women's basketball.
"I think so many people are watching women's basketball right now. It all started from the national championship game, and I've been dealing with this for two years now and understand that, yeah, negative things have probably been said about me," Reese explained. "But honestly, I'll take that because look where women's basketball is."
She also addressed the fact that she's fine with taking...
- 6/4/2024
- by Melanie VanDerveer
- The Blast
Just about everyone these days has heard the name Caitlin Clark. She was a superstar with the Iowa Hawkeyes and is regarded as one of the greatest college basketball players of all time.
The NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer is credited with helping make the sport more popular with what’s known as the “Caitlin Clark effect.” During her senior year, all of the Hawkeyes home games sold out and each team that hosted Iowa set an attendance record. Moreover, Clark’s final three games in the NCAA tournament broke the women’s college basketball viewership record.
In April 2024, Clark was selected by the Indiana Fever with the first overall pick in the WNBA Draft. She has elevated the sport just like she did for women’s college basketball as the WNBA is smashing viewership records when the Fever play. Now, fans want to know more about Clark’s...
The NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer is credited with helping make the sport more popular with what’s known as the “Caitlin Clark effect.” During her senior year, all of the Hawkeyes home games sold out and each team that hosted Iowa set an attendance record. Moreover, Clark’s final three games in the NCAA tournament broke the women’s college basketball viewership record.
In April 2024, Clark was selected by the Indiana Fever with the first overall pick in the WNBA Draft. She has elevated the sport just like she did for women’s college basketball as the WNBA is smashing viewership records when the Fever play. Now, fans want to know more about Clark’s...
- 6/3/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Angel Reese is lighting up the courts in the WNBA after rising to fame during her collegiate career at Louisianna State University. Reese, part of a new wave of WNBA stars, has garnered much media attention and fan interest. But what is her life like off the court? Is Angel Reese dating anyone now that she’s focused on a professional basketball career? The answer is no.
Is Angel Reese in a relationship?
Angel Reese is not currently in a relationship. The Chicago Sky forward opened up about her life on Instagram Live in March 2024. A fan asked Reese if she was seeing anyone, and she was quick to declare herself single. She told fans in the Live event that she did not have a man, and that was all she was willing to say on the topic. She moved on from the discussion quickly.
Angel Reese | Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire...
Is Angel Reese in a relationship?
Angel Reese is not currently in a relationship. The Chicago Sky forward opened up about her life on Instagram Live in March 2024. A fan asked Reese if she was seeing anyone, and she was quick to declare herself single. She told fans in the Live event that she did not have a man, and that was all she was willing to say on the topic. She moved on from the discussion quickly.
Angel Reese | Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire...
- 6/3/2024
- by Andrea Francese
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Fanatics, the sports-focused company led by CEO Michael Rubin, wants to create a Comic-Con for sports fans.
Fanatics is planning its first live flagship event, which it is calling Fanatics Fest, for Aug. 16-18, to be held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City.
NFL legends Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, MLB legend Derek Jeter, and NBA superstar Kevin Durant are attached to participate, as is entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, Eli Manning, WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu, and wrestling legend Hulk Hogan. The company’s events division, Fanatics Events, is producing the show.
“There isn’t a unifying event for sports, the way you see it in pop culture with Comic-Con, or for influencers with VidCon, or tech with CES or music with South By [SXSW], none of those platforms exist [for sports],” says Lance Fensterman, the CEO of Fanatics Events, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “It just became clear that...
Fanatics is planning its first live flagship event, which it is calling Fanatics Fest, for Aug. 16-18, to be held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City.
NFL legends Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, MLB legend Derek Jeter, and NBA superstar Kevin Durant are attached to participate, as is entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, Eli Manning, WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu, and wrestling legend Hulk Hogan. The company’s events division, Fanatics Events, is producing the show.
“There isn’t a unifying event for sports, the way you see it in pop culture with Comic-Con, or for influencers with VidCon, or tech with CES or music with South By [SXSW], none of those platforms exist [for sports],” says Lance Fensterman, the CEO of Fanatics Events, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “It just became clear that...
- 4/11/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
TNT sports commentator Kenny Smith is standing by comments he made about WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu during the NBA’s All-Star weekend.
While appearing on The Stephen A. Smith Show on Monday, the NBA analyst maintained that he wasn’t intending to criticize the athlete. “I think it’s much ado about nothing, Stephen, honestly,” said Smith. “Most people who know basketball understood what I was talking about. Actually, I was advocating for her, more than anything else, because basketball is muscle memory. So he practices from one range, she practices from another.”
He continued, “There’s even a study, I think, with somebody throwing darts. And if you move him out even one step, his accuracy changes dramatically. But the funny thing about it is if you move them in one step, the accuracy changes, because you’re taking so many shots from the exact same range. So I’m like,...
While appearing on The Stephen A. Smith Show on Monday, the NBA analyst maintained that he wasn’t intending to criticize the athlete. “I think it’s much ado about nothing, Stephen, honestly,” said Smith. “Most people who know basketball understood what I was talking about. Actually, I was advocating for her, more than anything else, because basketball is muscle memory. So he practices from one range, she practices from another.”
He continued, “There’s even a study, I think, with somebody throwing darts. And if you move him out even one step, his accuracy changes dramatically. But the funny thing about it is if you move them in one step, the accuracy changes, because you’re taking so many shots from the exact same range. So I’m like,...
- 2/20/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The action that occurs during NBA All-Star weekend includes the All-Star Celebrity Game, the Skills Challenge, the Slam Dunk contest, and the 3-Point Contest. In 2024, a new idea to incorporate came about: Stephen vs. Sabrina 3-Point Challenge.
That challenge will see Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry and the WNBA’s New York Liberty superstar Sabrina Ionescu faceoff in their own 3-point competition after the NBA 3-Point Contest and before the Slam Dunk Contest.
Even the casual NBA fan knows a bit about Curry and his family, but what about Ionescu’s life off the court? Here’s more on her contest with Curry and why you might recognize her fiancé Hroniss Grasu.
Curry and Ionescu came up with the idea after he commented on social media
Ridiculous! @sabrina_i20 https://t.co/djeRmwh3UO
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) July 14, 2023
In July, Ionescu won the 2023 WNBA 3-Point Contest breaking a record...
That challenge will see Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry and the WNBA’s New York Liberty superstar Sabrina Ionescu faceoff in their own 3-point competition after the NBA 3-Point Contest and before the Slam Dunk Contest.
Even the casual NBA fan knows a bit about Curry and his family, but what about Ionescu’s life off the court? Here’s more on her contest with Curry and why you might recognize her fiancé Hroniss Grasu.
Curry and Ionescu came up with the idea after he commented on social media
Ridiculous! @sabrina_i20 https://t.co/djeRmwh3UO
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) July 14, 2023
In July, Ionescu won the 2023 WNBA 3-Point Contest breaking a record...
- 2/18/2024
- by Michelle Kapusta
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend is going to be a huge party! All-Star Weekend continues on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 8 p.m. Et, when TNT and Max will present All-Star Saturday Night, featuring the annual All-Star Skills Challenge, the Starry 3-Point Contest, and of course the Slam Dunk competition. There’s even an alternate broadcast available on truTV and Max, and you can read more about it below! You can watch TNT and truTV with a 5-Day Free Trial of Directv Stream. You can also watch with Sling TV, Hulu Live TV, or YouTube TV.
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Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, and Kenny Smith will provide...
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- 2/17/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
The NBA All-Star Weekend festivities February 16-18 are going old-school. The celebration takes place in Indianapolis for the first time since 1985 and the All-Star Game returns to the classic East vs. West format with four 12-minute quarters and standard scoring. The celebration begins Friday with the Ruffles Celebrity Game at Lucas Oil Stadium and the top young players in the Panini Rising Stars game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. State Farm All-Star Saturday Night at Lucas Oil Stadium has the Kia Skills Challenge, the Starry 3-Point Contest and the fan-favorite AT&T Slam Dunk. This year also features Stephen Curry vs. WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu in a head-to-head 3-Point Challenge. On Sunday, the 73rd NBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse showcases the league’s best in a display of scoring prowess against a remarkably lax defense. Last year, Team Giannis defeated Team LeBron by an insane score of 184-175. Eastern Conference All-Star ...
- 2/16/2024
- TV Insider
The top two teams in the WNBA collide in the 27th WNBA Finals best-of-five-game championship series. The defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces are making their third Finals appearance in four seasons and look to become the first team since the 2001-02 Los Angeles Sparks to repeat as champions. The Aces are led by two-time league Mvp A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young. The New York Liberty are seeking their first WNBA championship in franchise history. The Liberty are 0-4 in the Finals, and are making their first appearance since 2002. 2023 WNBA Mvp Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Betnijah Laney lead the Liberty. All WNBA Finals games air on ABC or ESPN. Veteran play-by-play announcer Ryan Ruocco calls the game with Basketball Hall of Famers Rebecca Lobo and Holly Rowe providing analysis. Andraya Carter reports from the sidelines. 2023 WNBA Finals TV Schedule on ESPN Networks All Times Eastern/Central. Sunday,...
- 10/6/2023
- TV Insider
The WNBA All-Star game is approaching fast! The All-Star festivities begin on Friday, July 14 at 4 p.m. Et on ESPN with the Skills Challenge and Three-Point contest. You’ll be able to see stars like Chelsea Gray of the Las Vegas Aces, Cheyenne Parker of the Atlanta Dream and many others showcasing their best passing, dribbling and shooting abilities with a Subscription to Sling TV (50% Off).
How to Watch 2023 WNBA Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest When: Starts Friday, July 14 at 4 p.m. Et TV: ESPN Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Sling TV (50% Off). First Month: Save $15 $40 / month sling.com About 2023 WNBA Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest
This year’s skills challenge features a new format, in which two All-Stars from the same team will be paired together for a relay. Teams will race against the clock, having to complete a chest pass, dribble down the court around four pylons,...
How to Watch 2023 WNBA Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest When: Starts Friday, July 14 at 4 p.m. Et TV: ESPN Stream: Watch with a Subscription to Sling TV (50% Off). First Month: Save $15 $40 / month sling.com About 2023 WNBA Skills Challenge and Three-Point Contest
This year’s skills challenge features a new format, in which two All-Stars from the same team will be paired together for a relay. Teams will race against the clock, having to complete a chest pass, dribble down the court around four pylons,...
- 7/14/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
WME Sports has added NBA All-Star Anthony Edwards to its growing roster of basketball talent. The agency will represent Edwards in all areas, on and off the court.
After attending the University of Georgia, Edwards was drafted as the first overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. In his debut season, Edwards was named first-team All-Rookie, and in 2023 he was selected as an NBA All-Star. The 21-year-old guard has already made his entrée into Hollywood, making his acting debut with a supporting role opposite Adam Sandler in Netflix’s “Hustle.”
“I’ve been locked in to giving everything I have to be the best I can be on and off the court, and no one is better equipped to support me and my family through this journey than WME Sports,” stated Edwards. “I’m excited about all we will do in basketball, entertainment, business and philanthropy,...
After attending the University of Georgia, Edwards was drafted as the first overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. In his debut season, Edwards was named first-team All-Rookie, and in 2023 he was selected as an NBA All-Star. The 21-year-old guard has already made his entrée into Hollywood, making his acting debut with a supporting role opposite Adam Sandler in Netflix’s “Hustle.”
“I’ve been locked in to giving everything I have to be the best I can be on and off the court, and no one is better equipped to support me and my family through this journey than WME Sports,” stated Edwards. “I’m excited about all we will do in basketball, entertainment, business and philanthropy,...
- 6/27/2023
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for House of the Dragon, Thirteen Lives, Vengeance and Uncoupled.
Vengeance Los Angeles premiere
B.J. Novak premiered his directorial debut Vengeance on Monday at Dtla’s Ace Theater, along with stars Ashton Kutcher, Boyd Holbrook, Isabella Amara, John Mayer and Finneas.
Ashton Kutcher, Boyd Holbrook, Finneas O’Connell, B.J. Novak, Isabella Amara, John Mayer and Lio Tipton B.J. Novak and Mindy Kaling
Surface premiere
Apple TV+ celebrated premiere of its thriller series Surface at NYC’s Morgan Library and Museum on Monday, led by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ari Graynor, Andres Joseph, Millie Brady, Christin Park, Markian Tarasiuk, creator Veronica West and executive producer Reese Witherspoon.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Reese Witherspoon Markian Tarasiuk, Andreas Joseph, guest, Veronica West, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Reese Witherspoon, Sam Miller, Lauren Neustadter, Oliver Jackson-Cohen,...
Vengeance Los Angeles premiere
B.J. Novak premiered his directorial debut Vengeance on Monday at Dtla’s Ace Theater, along with stars Ashton Kutcher, Boyd Holbrook, Isabella Amara, John Mayer and Finneas.
Ashton Kutcher, Boyd Holbrook, Finneas O’Connell, B.J. Novak, Isabella Amara, John Mayer and Lio Tipton B.J. Novak and Mindy Kaling
Surface premiere
Apple TV+ celebrated premiere of its thriller series Surface at NYC’s Morgan Library and Museum on Monday, led by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ari Graynor, Andres Joseph, Millie Brady, Christin Park, Markian Tarasiuk, creator Veronica West and executive producer Reese Witherspoon.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Reese Witherspoon Markian Tarasiuk, Andreas Joseph, guest, Veronica West, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Reese Witherspoon, Sam Miller, Lauren Neustadter, Oliver Jackson-Cohen,...
- 7/29/2022
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
One test of a strong documentary is whether the subject matter could interest everyone or simply aficionados. It’s tough to imagine anybody watching “Unfinished Business” without immediately buying tickets to the next available WNBA game.
Director Alison Klayman (“Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry”) blends two approaches, offering us an introduction to the league itself as well as a closer look at the New York Liberty team. The truth is that both halves of this film deserve their own movie, but since each is equally compelling, Klayman never once loses our attention.
It certainly helps that she’s got such an extraordinary cast of participants. Wonderful interviews with legendary players like Teresa Weatherspoon, Rebecca Lobo, Crystal Robinson and Sue Wicks set the stage for a time — 1995 to be exact — when the idea of a professional women’s league was barely even a dream.
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Director Alison Klayman (“Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry”) blends two approaches, offering us an introduction to the league itself as well as a closer look at the New York Liberty team. The truth is that both halves of this film deserve their own movie, but since each is equally compelling, Klayman never once loses our attention.
It certainly helps that she’s got such an extraordinary cast of participants. Wonderful interviews with legendary players like Teresa Weatherspoon, Rebecca Lobo, Crystal Robinson and Sue Wicks set the stage for a time — 1995 to be exact — when the idea of a professional women’s league was barely even a dream.
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- 6/19/2022
- by Elizabeth Weitzman
- The Wrap
This tribute to Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant is a slam dunk. Before hitting the court for the WNBA playoffs on Thursday, Sept. 23, New York Liberty basketball star Sabrina Ionescu donned a custom jersey that honored the memories of her late mentor, Kobe and his daughter, Gianna. The shirt featured a split of Kobe and Gianna's Lakers and Mamba Academy jerseys, showcasing their numbers #24 and #2 respectively. Afterwards, Vanessa Bryant shared the sweet gesture to her Instagram Story with a row of heart emojis. As a lifelong fan of Kobe, Sabrina often spoke how she looked up to him as a role model and was honored to helping him coach Gigi and her teammates at his Mamba Sports...
- 9/24/2021
- E! Online
This Saturday, some of the world’s best athletes and biggest stars will join host Anthony Mackie for the 2021 Espys.
On Thursday, ESPN announced this year’s scheduled presenters, including GMA host Robin Roberts; musicians Kane Brown and DaBaby; social media stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio as well as Dude Perfect; actors Alexandra Daddario, Taye Diggs, Nina Dobrev, Tracy Morgan, Zachary Levi and Iliza Shlesinger; comedians Desus Nice and The Kid Mero; and athletes such as Rob Gronkowski, Sabrina Ionescu, Chloe Kim, Joe Namath, Julius Randle, Mikaela Shiffrin, Kurt Warner and Retired Unc Basketball Coach Roy Williams.
Previously announced honorees scheduled to attend include: Chris Nikic, who is getting Jimmy V Award for Perseverance and Maya Moore, who will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.
Spencer Ludwig will be the musical director for the Espys, providing live music throughout the show. Former NFL star and emerging actor Vernon Davis...
On Thursday, ESPN announced this year’s scheduled presenters, including GMA host Robin Roberts; musicians Kane Brown and DaBaby; social media stars Charli and Dixie D’Amelio as well as Dude Perfect; actors Alexandra Daddario, Taye Diggs, Nina Dobrev, Tracy Morgan, Zachary Levi and Iliza Shlesinger; comedians Desus Nice and The Kid Mero; and athletes such as Rob Gronkowski, Sabrina Ionescu, Chloe Kim, Joe Namath, Julius Randle, Mikaela Shiffrin, Kurt Warner and Retired Unc Basketball Coach Roy Williams.
Previously announced honorees scheduled to attend include: Chris Nikic, who is getting Jimmy V Award for Perseverance and Maya Moore, who will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.
Spencer Ludwig will be the musical director for the Espys, providing live music throughout the show. Former NFL star and emerging actor Vernon Davis...
- 7/8/2021
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Endeavor has made an investment in BDA Sports Management, a deal that will bring BDA chief Bill Duffy into the WME Sports fold as a strategic advisor.
Duffy will remain chairman-ceo of BDA and continue to run the company that specializes in representing active and retired basketball players. Duffy is a notable figure in the sports world as the of the few longstanding Black owners of a sizable talent rep firm. BDA’s current roster of clients includes such boldface hoops players as Luka Dončić, Rj Barrett, Goran Dragić, Rajon Rondo, Myles Turner, Nikola Vucevic, Sabrina Ionescu and NBA Hall of Famers Yao Ming and Steve Nash.
Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. A source close to the situation described it as a “significant” investment from Endeavor.
“Bill is a universally respected, principled leader and client advocate, and I am personally honored to be in business with him,...
Duffy will remain chairman-ceo of BDA and continue to run the company that specializes in representing active and retired basketball players. Duffy is a notable figure in the sports world as the of the few longstanding Black owners of a sizable talent rep firm. BDA’s current roster of clients includes such boldface hoops players as Luka Dončić, Rj Barrett, Goran Dragić, Rajon Rondo, Myles Turner, Nikola Vucevic, Sabrina Ionescu and NBA Hall of Famers Yao Ming and Steve Nash.
Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. A source close to the situation described it as a “significant” investment from Endeavor.
“Bill is a universally respected, principled leader and client advocate, and I am personally honored to be in business with him,...
- 12/15/2020
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Few anecdotes better encapsulate just who WNBA rookie Sabrina Ionescu is than the story of Feb. 24. A longtime mentee of Kobe Bryant's, University of Oregon's star point guard was tapped to serve as one of eight speakers at his and Gianna Bryant's public memorial. Stepping to the mic just after nine-time league All-Star Diana Taurasi and ahead of the likes of Michael Jordan and Shaquille O'Neal, the college senior delivered a rousing speech about how 13-year-old Gianna, already a basketball phenom with UConn aspirations, had been the "future" of the women's game. "I wanted to be a part of the generation that changed basketball for...
- 8/2/2020
- E! Online
Sabrina Ionescu just made college basketball history. The 22-year-old athlete, who plays for the University of Oregon Ducks, became the first Division I player (male or female) to reach 2,000 points, 1,000 assists and 1,000 rebounds at Monday night's game against the Stanford University Cardinals. According to ESPN, Ionescu entered the night having already met the 2,000 points and 1,000 assists mark; however, she needed nine more rebounds to break the record. Per the sports outlet, she achieved this feat in the third quarter and went on to get a 10th rebound in the fourth. The Ducks ended up winning the game with a final score of 74 to 66. Ionescu reached the major milestone on the same day...
- 2/25/2020
- E! Online
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