Chicago Sky rookie forward Angel Reese, one of the WNBA’s standout stars, had a notable supporter in the crowd during Friday night’s game against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever.
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, who has been a mentor to Reese since her LSU days, attended the game to cheer her on. The Los Angeles Lakers alumnus expressed his deep affection for Reese, calling her “like a daughter” in a statement shared via the WNBA’s Twitter (X) account.
It’s inspiring to witness the strong mentor-mentee bond between Shaq and Reese, which has evolved from their LSU connection into a meaningful and supportive relationship. Their connection highlights the profound impact of mentorship in the world of basketball.
“Angel is like a daughter to me”@shaq sounds off about his relationship with Angel Reese and his excitement about seeing both her and Caitlin Clark play in person as pros 🫡 pic.twitter.com/WcnKlCIdMz
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 31, 2024
