Stephen A. Smith's Bold Admission About Angel Reese Goes Viral

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith made a very bold and supportive statement on First Take Friday about Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese when they discussed the growth of women’s sports and the WNBA .

“Angel Reese… She may be the rookie of the year. She’s special!” Smith said

He said this alongside Chance The Rapper and both had supportive remarks revolving around Reese, Caitlin Clark , and the growth of the sport during the show.

On the season, Reese is averaging a double-double. Averaging 13.5 points, 12.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game.

The Sky are currently in the middle of a playoff push when the season returns in the middle of August. They are 10-14 overall, yet they are the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference, led by Angel Reese’s impressive play while she looks to beat out Clark for rookie of the year.

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