'We Do Everything BIG': Angel Reese Hypes Up Getting NBA 2k26 Cover, Highlights Shoe Launch In Video Game Shot

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2K Games confirmed Chicago Sky’s forward and two‑time All‑Star as the WNBA face for their special edition, dropping September 5 on PS5 and Xbox Series X.

The reveal coincides with her first signature silhouette from Reebok, the “Angel Reese 1”, making history as just the second WNBA athlete to land a signature shoe deal with Reebok since Rebecca Lobo in 1997.

She followed up with a simpler but striking declaration:

“COVERGIRL. THANK YOU @nba2k

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Reese’s rise is built on numbers. She’s the fastest player to 500 points and 500 rebounds in league history and holds the rookie record for 15 consecutive double-doubles. In her recent stretch, she’s averaged nearly 19.4 points, 16.6 rebounds, and 5.0 assists over five games.

Skirting comparisons with Caitlin Clark? Of course. The optics of Angel Reese debuting her shoe front-and-center on the 2K cover while Clark sits out due to injury already have social feeds buzzing.

This moment isn’t just big. Reese is sending a message: Angel Reese is here. If “doing everything BIG” defines success, she’s just getting started.

The real flex? She didn’t wait for validation. Angel Reese made her own moment, made it loud, and made it stick. Everyone else is just catching up.

Angel Reese AR 1s Shine in ‘Diamond Dust’ Debut

Reebok just dropped Angel Reese’s first signature shoe, the AR 1, in an eye-catching “Diamond Dust” finish. The iridescent hues reflect both her grit and glam, highlighting why she’s become a brand.

As Sports Illustrated described it:

“The Reebok Angel Reese 1 is designed to pay homage to her culture-driving energy and style while being grounded in innovative performance basketball design.”

Reebok hasn’t announced a retail date yet, but this early reveal cements that Reese sprinting ahead into the sneaker game. With roots in Reebok’s new WNBA partnership, the AR 1 is more than just footwear. It’s a symbol of female representation and cultural swagger hitting the hardwood and the street.

The shoe also features unique details tied to Angel Reese’s identity, including a crown logo on the tongue, nodding to her self-proclaimed “Bayou Barbie” persona. Early reviews suggest performance will match the packaging, and if this launch mirrors her impact on the league, expect these to fly off shelves.