Angel Reese Triggers Online Buzz After NBA Draft Party Sighting

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was recently spotted with NBA draft pick Terrence Shannon Jr. at his draft party. Shannon was taken with the No. 27 pick to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round on Wednesday.

Shannon played his final two seasons of college basketball with the Illinois Fighting Illini, averaging 23 points and 4 rebounds during the 2023-24 season. Prior to his time with Illinois, Shannon played three seasons at Texas Tech.

Reese was seen at the draft party giving Shannon a hug. The rookie quickly became a local star in Chicago, making early connections with some of the other well-known athletes in the Windy City.

Shannon joins a fiery Timberwolves roster that's hungry to make a deep run for an NBA title. He'll play alongside some extremely talented young players like Anthony Edwards and Karl Anthony-Towns.

While his draft party featured Reese as a special guest, the 23-year-old also welcomed his two college coaches, Chris Beard from his time with the Red Raiders and Brad Underwood with the Fighting Illini, per Bret Beherns on X.

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