Angel Reese Pauses Podcast for Six Months After WNBA Finals Loss

Angel Reese is taking a six-month break from her podcast, “Unapologetically Angel,” she announced on social media after the Atlanta Dream lost Game 7 of the WNBA Finals to the Golden State Valkyries, 68-63. Reese said she will spend the offseason in Florida resting, lifting weights, building her brand and seeking “peace,” and she plans to return to the show afterward.

What happened

Reese made the announcement on social media following the Dream’s Finals defeat. She said the time away is meant for herself and that she will stay in Florida with her boyfriend, Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr.

The break follows a difficult end to the season on the court. Atlanta reached the Finals for the first time since 2013 but lost the deciding game. In Game 7, Reese played 33 minutes and scored eight points on 3-for-7 shooting, with 12 rebounds and four turnovers. Across the seven-game series she committed 27 turnovers, which the source report describes as a WNBA Finals record.

After the loss, Reese said she had “nothing to hang my head about” and described a championship as “delayed, not denied.”

Over the past year her podcast drew attention for comments beyond basketball, including remarks about her WNBA salary relative to her $8,000 monthly rent, an argument with Cam Newton about men paying bills, and criticism of Caitlin Clark fans, according to the source report.

Why it matters

Reese is one of the league’s most visible players, and her podcast has made her a regular voice in sports media as well as on the court. A six-month pause removes that weekly platform during the offseason, when WNBA players typically train and the league’s news cycle slows.

The timing also puts attention on her play. The turnover total in the Finals is the kind of statistic that follows a player into the next season, and her stated plan to lift weights and rest suggests she intends to work on her game during the break. Whether that translates into better ball security is unknown.

The Dream’s run to the Finals was itself a milestone: the franchise had not reached the championship series since 2013. Losing Game 7 by five points leaves the team close to a title but without one.

Key facts at a glance

What this means for you

• If you follow Reese’s podcast, expect no new episodes for about six months; she has said she will return.
• For fantasy or betting purposes, her offseason plan is public but unverifiable. Treat claims about improved play as speculation until games resume.
• The Finals turnover record is a concrete stat to watch next season as a measure of whether the break changed her game.
• Nothing in the announcement affects her contract or roster status; the source report does not mention either.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Angel Reese stepping away from her podcast?

She said she needs to dedicate the offseason to herself, including rest, weight training, brand work and finding “peace” during a six-month stay in Florida.

How long is the podcast break?

Six months, according to her social media announcement. She has said she plans to return to the show afterward.

What was the score of the WNBA Finals Game 7?

The Golden State Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 68-63.

How did Angel Reese play in Game 7?

She played 33 minutes, scored eight points on 3-for-7 shooting, grabbed 12 rebounds and committed four turnovers. She had 27 turnovers over the seven-game series, which the source report calls a WNBA Finals record.

What to watch next

Reese has said she will return to the podcast after the break, but no date has been given. It is also unclear whether she will address the Finals turnover record or her on-court plans publicly before the season. The Dream’s roster and coaching situation for next season are not addressed in the source report.