Angel Reese steps back from 'Unapologetically Angel' podcast after Atlanta Dream's Finals loss
Angel Reese Announces Six‑Month Podcast Hiatus After WNBA Finals Loss
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BOSTON, Mass. – Angel Reese, star forward for the Atlanta Dream and the host of the popular podcast Unapologetically Angel, has announced she will step away from the show for the next six months. The decision follows the Dream’s 68‑63 defeat to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals.
Reese made the announcement on her social‑media accounts, stating that she needs the offseason to focus on herself. She added that she will be spending the break in Florida, where she plans to rest, work out, build her brand and “find peace.” The athlete also said she will return to the podcast after the Florida stay.
The announcement came as the Dream returned to the Finals for the first time since 2013, only to be eliminated in the seventh and deciding game. In Game 7, Reese logged 33 minutes of play, scored eight points on a 3‑for‑7 shooting effort, collected 12 rebounds, and committed four turnovers. Across the seven‑game series she set a new WNBA Finals record by committing 27 turnovers.
Reese has been a polarizing voice off the court. On Unapologetically Angel she has openly criticized the WNBA’s salary structure—claiming that her $8,000 monthly rent far exceeds her league earnings—debated the financial responsibilities of men and women with former NFL star Cam Newton, and taken jabs at fans of fellow guard Caitlin Clark. The podcast has been praised for its candidness, but also frequently courted controversy.
Despite the loss, Reese remains unapologetic. “I’ve got nothing to hang my head about,” she wrote. She further described the defeat as a learning opportunity, saying that a championship is “delayed, not denied.” She also emphasized that her time away is not a retreat but a reset, hoping the break will translate into improved fundamentals on the court.
The Dream’s front office has not yet commented on Reese’s decision. With her departure from the weekly studio, the team will miss her outspoken perspective for a substantial portion of the upcoming offseason.
Reese’s boyfriend, Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr., is set to accompany her to Florida. The pair have been together for a few years and reportedly enjoy spending time off the basketball court.
Whether the pause will help Reese refine her game remains to be seen. Fans and analysts alike will be watching to see if her return to the Dream brings a new level of focus and performance.
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