Angel Reese and Breanna Stewart prepare for FIBA World Cup opener
7 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Angel Reese and Breanna Stewart are training with Team USA ahead of the upcoming FIBA World Cup opening game against China. The tournament appearance marks the first time the two players will share the court as teammates. While they have faced each other multiple times in the WNBA, their head-to-head history features a 5–1 record for Stewart’s New York Liberty. Reese expressed enthusiasm regarding the opportunity to play alongside a veteran who has secured multiple Olympic gold medals and league titles. Stewart remains a centerpiece for her WNBA franchise, entering the international competition with season averages of 20.4 points and 8.1 rebounds per game.
- •Team USA prepares for a FIBA World Cup opening game against China.
- •Angel Reese and Breanna Stewart are teammates for the first time.
- •Breanna Stewart holds a 5–1 record against Angel Reese in WNBA matchups.
- •Stewart averages 20.4 points and 8.1 rebounds per game for the New York Liberty.
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"Angel Reese’s reputation as one of basketball’s best rebounders has never been up for debate, but three games into her first FIBA Women’s World Cup, a different part of her game is beginning to draw just as much attention from an unexpected party: an Indiana Fever journalist. Following Team USA’s blowout 105-64 win over Czechia on Monday, Indiana Fever journalist Robin Lundberg took to X to single out Reese, praising her particularly for making her presence felt without having to score.
"Angel Reese generated massive social media interaction after publishing her official Team USA media day pictures online. The Atlanta Dream forward shared multiple striking photos wearing the iconic red-and-white jersey ahead of Friday’s tournament opener against China. She captioned her post, “AR15. Reporting for duty. Such an honor.” The upload instantly attracted comments from passionate [...]
"Angel Reese is preparing to make her senior international debut as Team USA begins its title defense at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The American squad opens group stage competition against China in Berlin. With several established veterans stepping aside, the national program relies heavily on rising talent to carry the load. The [...]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 2:52 AMIndiana Fever Journalist Reacts to Angel Reese's Back-to-Back "Impressive" Performances at FIBA World Cup
Angel Reese’s reputation as one of basketball’s best rebounders has never been up for debate, but three games into her first FIBA Women’s World Cup, a different part of her game is beginning to draw just as much attention from an unexpected party: an Indiana Fever journalist. Following Team USA’s blowout 105-64 win over Czechia on Monday, Indiana Fever journalist Robin Lundberg took to X to single out Reese, praising her particularly for making her presence felt without having to score.
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Angel Reese has never been shy about showing love to her teammates, and her latest comment was no different. Following Mali’s historic win against the top-ranked Spain, Reese had nothing but praise for a teammate who broke records for her team.
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 12:24 PM“USA Bae”: Angel Reese Draws Fever Guard’s Attention With Her FIBA World Cup Photoshoot
Angel Reese generated massive social media interaction after publishing her official Team USA media day pictures online. The Atlanta Dream forward shared multiple striking photos wearing the iconic red-and-white jersey ahead of Friday’s tournament opener against China. She captioned her post, “AR15. Reporting for duty. Such an honor.” The upload instantly attracted comments from passionate [...]
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Angel Reese is preparing to make her senior international debut as Team USA begins its title defense at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The American squad opens group stage competition against China in Berlin. With several established veterans stepping aside, the national program relies heavily on rising talent to carry the load. The [...]
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Angel Reese and Breanna Stewart have joined forces as Team USA prepares for their opening World Cup game against China. Breanna Stewart is absolute WNBA royalty.
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