Angel Reese Highlights Financial Struggles in WNBA

WNBA star Angel Reese, playing for the Chicago Sky, has openly discussed the struggles of living on her $73,439 salary, which is insufficient to cover her annual rent of $96,000. During an Instagram Live session, Reese quipped, "The WNBA doesn’t pay my bills at all," emphasizing that her rent alone exceeds her league earnings. Despite her rising popularity and being a high-profile athlete, she relies heavily on endorsement deals, with a reported NIL value of $1.8 million. Reese's financial challenges highlight the disparities within women's professional sports, as even the highest-paid WNBA player earns significantly less than her NBA counterparts. With a new lucrative TV deal potentially on the horizon, there's speculation that WNBA players may seek to renegotiate their collective bargaining agreement for better pay. Reese remains optimistic about her future income, stating, "We’re gonna make more money, though."