LSU secured a season-defining win on Sunday after taking down the No.2 Texas Longhorns with a 70-65 dub. It was a gritty battle in Baton Rouge, with Texas entering the game undefeated at 18-0. LSU had struggled early in SEC play but was quick to gain momentum.
The victory changes the narrative for the Tigers as they led by as many as 13 points. The defense was top-notch as well, forcing 17 turnovers. It was a massive statement win for the program.
Mikaylah Williams was the one who stood out the most amongst LSU’s star power. The junior guard was absolutely clinical, finishing with a team-high 20 points. Her stat line also includes seven rebounds, four assists, and five massive steals. Williams hit two crucial three-pointers that helped the Tigers build their lead. One of those triples hit right in the final minutes, sealing the victory.
The win caught the eye of Tiger legend and WNBA superstar Angel Reese, who was watching her former team closely. Reese took to social media to voice her support for her alma mater, giving a special shoutout to Williams. In a six-word message for her ex-teammate, Reese wrote on X,
“12ski never forget who you are.”
Reese’s shoutout to Williams was a perfect nod to her ex-teammate’s growth and rising stardom. The bond between the current and former Tigers remains unbreakable. Their mutual respect highlights the elite-winning culture Kim Mulkey has built.
Angel Reese Helped Push skincare Brand’s Funding to $22.6 Million
Angel Reese is eyeing beyond basketball, and one of her big leaps includes building a financial empire of her own. She recently invested in Topicals, a Black-led skincare brand, contributing to a massive $2.26 million funding round. Her portfolio also includes a stake in the soccer team DC Power FC. Furthermore, she maintains major endorsement deals with Reebok, McDonald’s, and Victoria’s Secret. These ventures helped push her estimated net worth to $9.4 million. Clearly, Reese seems to be prioritizing long-term wealth through strategic business moves.
Her off-court earnings, however, highlight a glaring disparity in professional sports. Reese earned approximately $74,000 from her WNBA salary in 2025. This figure is expected to reach only $82,000 in 2026.
Her basketball income is a small fraction of her total commercial value. Reese’s massive cultural impact supports the push for her higher league pay, and her brand success proves that her market value exceeds far more than her current contract.
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