Chicago Sky, Brazil National Team to Play Preseason Game at LSU May 2

Angel Reese is set to return to LSU on May 2 for a preseason game between the Chicago Sky and the Brazilian National Team at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. This matchup marks Reese's first game back at her college since leading the Tigers to the NCAA Championship in 2023, where she was named Most Outstanding Player. Reese, who averaged impressive stats during her college tenure, expressed excitement about returning to Baton Rouge, highlighting the community's significance in her development for the WNBA. The game will also feature Sky center Kamilla Cardoso competing against her former national team, adding to the event's significance. This exhibition is part of a growing trend where WNBA teams hold preseason games on college campuses of their players. The Brazilian team will use this opportunity to prepare for the upcoming 2025 FIBA Women’s Americup.