Kim Mulkey Gives Emotional Message To Angel Reese After WNBA Announcement
LSU head coach Kim Mulkey delivered an emotional message to LSU basketball star Angel Reese after Reese announced she is entering the WNBA Draft.
What Happened? The Key Details You Need to Know
Reese, a 6-foot-3 forward, was the Southeastern Conference Player of the Year and a first-team AP All-American in the 2022-23 season. She averaged 23.9 points and 15.8 rebounds per game, leading the Tigers to the SEC Tournament championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
After the season, Reese declared for the WNBA Draft, where she is expected to be a top pick. Mulkey praised Reese for her accomplishments at LSU and wished her well in her professional career.
Why Does This Matter? The Bigger Picture
Reese's departure is a big loss for LSU, but it also marks a significant milestone for the program. Reese is the first LSU player to be selected in the first round of the WNBA Draft since Sylvia Fowles in 2008.
Reese's success is a reflection of the growing strength of women's basketball at LSU. The Tigers have made four NCAA Tournament appearances in the past five years, and they are poised to contend for a national championship in the coming seasons.
Voices from the Scene – What Are People Saying?
Mulkey said she was "very proud" of Reese and that she is "excited for her future." Reese said she is "grateful for the opportunity to have played at LSU" and that she is "ready for the next challenge." Former LSU star Seimone Augustus, who was drafted No. 1 overall in the 2006 WNBA Draft, said she is "proud of Angel" and that she is "going to be a great player in the WNBA."
What’s Next? Future Implications and Takeaways
Reese's departure will create a big hole in the LSU lineup, but it also provides an opportunity for other players to step up. The Tigers have a talented roster, and they are expected to be a contender in the SEC next season.
Reese's success in the WNBA will be closely watched by LSU fans. She is a talented player with a bright future, and she could become one of the best players in the league.
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