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Angel Reese's Parting Message Before Unrivaled Finals Revealed

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Mar 18, 2025 8:15 PM ET

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese wasn't able to suit up in the Unrivaled finals on Monday due to her hand injury. However, she made sure to be present to support her Rose BC teammates before the big game.

In fact, Reese even gave a speech in the locker room before her teammates took the court, which included a rather hilarious warning.

"Wish you all luck," Reese said, via a video shared by Rose BC. "We had a long ass season, long ass 10 weeks ... It was great and I had a great time with you guys. I can't wait to see you all guys in the W."

As her teammates clapped and cheered, though, Reese went on to say, "Don't text me if we ain't get that $50K."

The WNBA All-Star was referring to the $50,000 bonus that each player of the championship team would get.

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Whether or not Angel Reese's message played a role in their inspired showing against Vinyl BC on Monday, Rose BC definitely stepped up big time on their way to the Unrivaled title.

Eventual Finals MVP Chelsea Gray had 18 points and eight assists, while Azura Stevens had a monster double-double of 19 points and 18 boards. Brittney Sykes also chipped in 21 points, as Rose BC took down Vinyl, 62-54.

Sure enough, Reese was ecstatic with the team's win and the $50,000 bonus that awaits them. On social media, after their championship victory, she posted, "50K NEED DATTTTT."

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

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