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Angel Reese's Gesture for Teammates After Sad News

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Mar 16, 2025 8:00 PM ET

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese was ruled out for Sunday's Unrivaled semifinals game, but she made sure her Rose BC teammates felt her love and support.

Reese suffered a hand injury in the final game of the 3-on-3 league's regular season, forcing her to sit out the playoffs. Rose BC finished with an 8-6 record and were pitted against Laces BC in the semifinals.

Despite being unable to play, Reese was present for Rose BC, as she made a heartfelt gesture for her teammates. On her Instagram Stories, the WNBA All-Star posted a video of her surprising them with Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds that cost $249.

"SHOUTOUT TO @BEATSBYDRE FOR ALLOWING ME TO BLESS MY TEAMMATES WITH THE NEW POWERBEATS PRO 2!" Reese wrote in the caption of the clip. "TONIGHT WE HAVE A BIG GAME SO OF COURSE WE NEED THESE TO GET US LOCKED IN!"

She added, "EVERY PEDAL IS NEEDED TO MAKE A ROSE."

For what it's worth, the gift also came with a card containing a message from the Sky forward. In it, Reese shared her appreciation for her teammates after an incredible inaugural season of Unrivaled.

"Being a part of history with you all has been such an incredible experience!" Reese said. "Hope you enjoy the new Powerbeats Pro 2 as a small token of my love and appreciation for my Roses!"

Angel Reese surprised her teammates with Powerbeats Pro 2 before the Unrivaled semifinals on Sunday. pic.twitter.com/92dLAMhe3n
— Kit Espina (@KeithEspino22) March 16, 2025

Angel Reese finished the Unrivaled regular season with averages of 13.1 points, 12.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.6 blocks across 14 games. She was a key player in helping the team overcome a 1-4 start, as they eventually snagged the No. 2 seed in the league.

The 22-year-old Reese ended up as a member of the All-Unrivaled Second Team and winner of the Defensive Player of the Year award.

While it's unfortunate Reese didn't make it to the semifinals after working so hard for it, there's no denying that she still made an impact on the team even off the court with her show of support.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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